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129 pp.
| Norwood |
January, 2010 |
LibraryISBN 978-1-59953-357-5$25.27 New ed. (1963, Little)
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4-6New Matt Christopher Sports Library series.
[Lacrosse; other by=text by]Overcoming obstacles, dealing with family issues, and learning about teamwork are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include too-small-for-quarterback Boots (Tackle), new-to-the-baseball-team Chico (Flyhawk), and embarrassed-about-his-overweight-lacrosse-playing brother Garry (Face-Off). These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: Baseball Flyhawk, Lacrosse Face-Off, Power Pitcher, Shoot for the Hoop, The Team That Couldn't Lose, and Tough to Tackle.