The Horn Book Guide

YOUNGER FICTION

English, Karen

Skateboard Party

117 pp. | Clarion | December, 2014 | Trade ISBN 978-0-544-28306-0 $14.99

(2) 1-3 Carver Chronicles series. Illustrated by Laura Freeman. Skateboarder Richard spends so much time mastering a flat-ground Ollie that other things fall by the wayside. After blowing off his report on howler monkeys--again--Richard finds himself staying in for recess; readers will cheer when he finally tackles the report. Kids will recognize themselves in this series entry (including the occasional black-and-white illustrations) starring a realistic, likable boy of color.

Reviewer: Robin L. Smith | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2014