(3) 1-3 Matt Christopher Sports Readers series. Illustrated by Daniel Vasconcellos. Mike and his Airedale, Harry, can hear each other's thoughts. Throughout the series, with Harry's help, Mike is able to perform better at sports; but when it comes to the crucial moment in the game, Mike has to win on his own (with Harry's support, of course). These appealing books provide lessons in sportsmanship and confidence. The new library editions are sturdily bound. Review covers these Matt Christopher Sports Readers titles: The Dog That Called the Pitch, The Dog That Called the Signals, The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter, The Dog That Stole Football Plays, and The Dog That Stole Home.

Reviewer: David Elzey

(3) 1-3 Matt Christopher Sports Readers series. Illustrated by Daniel Vasconcellos. Mike and his Airedale, Harry, can hear each other's thoughts. Throughout the series, with Harry's help, Mike is able to perform better at sports; but when it comes to the crucial moment in the game, Mike has to win on his own (with Harry's support, of course). These appealing books provide lessons in sportsmanship and confidence. The new library editions are sturdily bound. Review covers these Matt Christopher Sports Readers titles: The Dog That Called the Pitch, The Dog That Called the Signals, The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter, The Dog That Stole Football Plays, and The Dog That Stole Home.

Reviewer: David Elzey

(3) 1-3 Matt Christopher Sports Readers series. Illustrated by Bill Ogden. Mike and his Airedale, Harry, can hear each other's thoughts. Throughout the series, with Harry's help, Mike is able to perform better at sports; but when it comes to the crucial moment in the game, Mike has to win on his own (with Harry's support, of course). These appealing books provide lessons in sportsmanship and confidence. The new library editions are sturdily bound. Review covers these Matt Christopher Sports Readers titles: The Dog That Called the Pitch, The Dog That Called the Signals, The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter, The Dog That Stole Football Plays, and The Dog That Stole Home.

Reviewer: David Elzey

(3) 1-3 Matt Christopher Sports Readers series. Illustrated by Daniel Vasconcellos. Mike and his Airedale, Harry, can hear each other's thoughts. Throughout the series, with Harry's help, Mike is able to perform better at sports; but when it comes to the crucial moment in the game, Mike has to win on his own (with Harry's support, of course). These appealing books provide lessons in sportsmanship and confidence. The new library editions are sturdily bound. Review covers these Matt Christopher Sports Readers titles: The Dog That Called the Pitch, The Dog That Called the Signals, The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter, The Dog That Stole Football Plays, and The Dog That Stole Home.

Reviewer: David Elzey

(3) 1-3 Matt Christopher Sports Readers series. Illustrated by Bill Ogden. Mike and his Airedale, Harry, can hear each other's thoughts. Throughout the series, with Harry's help, Mike is able to perform better at sports; but when it comes to the crucial moment in the game, Mike has to win on his own (with Harry's support, of course). These appealing books provide lessons in sportsmanship and confidence. The new library editions are sturdily bound. Review covers these Matt Christopher Sports Readers titles: The Dog That Called the Pitch, The Dog That Called the Signals, The Dog That Pitched a No-Hitter, The Dog That Stole Football Plays, and The Dog That Stole Home.

Reviewer: David Elzey

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New 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.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 New Matt Christopher Sports Library series. Bullying, self-doubt, and family problems are common themes in these popular, formulaic sports-centered titles. Characters include foster kid Peter, a dirt biker; basketball player Mel, a victim of racial prejudice; and football-playing twins Michael and Tom, who may be telepathic. The heroes, not always winners on the field, inevitably conquer their inner foes. These editions are sturdily bound and feature large type. Review covers these New Matt Christopher Sports Library titles: The Basket Counts, The Comeback Challenge, Dirt Bike Runaway, The Great Quarterback Switch, The Hockey Machine, and Return of the Home Run Kid.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 Matt Christopher series. Brooklynite Malik Edwards is inspired when he sees an African-American world champion golfer on television. Shortly thereafter, he finds a set of golf clubs in a trash bin and takes up the sport himself. Despite some implausible dialogue, the story features an admirably motivated protagonist, intriguing details about golf, and, when Malik gets his best friend involved in the game, just the right amount of conflict.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(4) 4-6 Matt Christopher series. Despite the support of family, friends, and a therapist, Seth remains depressed that he must use a wheelchair after an automobile accident. When he discovers wheelchair basketball, the twelve-year-old reclaims his enthusiasm for life. Despite limited characterizations and bland dialogue, the feel-good book is realistic in showing Seth's physical and emotional progress over the course of two years.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta