Alexander is a writer and literacy activist and the author of 18 books. Helping him along are his best friend and sometimes teammate coby, and the mac, a rapping librarian who gives nick. He lives with his wife and two daughters in the washington, d. The crossover by kwame alexander overdrive rakuten.
More than million copies of the series have been sold in 40 different territories. The crossover collections book series by multiple authors includes books the marveldc collection crossover classics, vol. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful. Theyre kings of the court, star players for their school team. A critically acclaimed tearjerker from a master storyteller. The series has been so successful that the first novel of the series has been ranked 4 on the list of top ten bestselling books by in the year 2012. New york times bestseller newbery medal winner coretta scott king honor award 2015 yalsa 2015 top ten best fiction for young adults 2015 yalsa quick picks for reluctant young adult readers publishers weekly best book school library journal best book kirkus best book a beautifully measured novel of life and line. Paused youre listening to a sample of the audible audio edition. Kwame alexander the crossover episode free library.
Cuz tonight im delivering, announces dreadlocked 12yearold josh bell. Recipient of the 2015 newbery medal and the 2015 coretta scott king honor award, kwame alexanders the crossover is a novelinverse about twin brothers who are basketball stars. Shop our variety of paperback books for grades k9 at the scholastic teacher store, including popular titles such as hatchet and bud not buddy. Popular crossover fiction books meet your next favorite book. Parents need to know that author and poet kwame alexanders the crossover is a poignant novel in verse that mixes basketball, family, and comingofage themes and includes serious issues regarding adult health and a parents lifethreatening condition. Crossover is based on cefr and covers from a2 to b2 levels. To defeat him, demigods percy and annabeth and magicians sadie and carter must use a special blend of magic. Have you gotten that feeling when you run so fast you can feel the wind against your face, legs, and your whole body. Im definitely going to be checking out some of these recommendations, like the princess bride and water for elephants. Find the best books, literary resources and educational solutions for kids at scholastic, a leader in publishing and education for nearly 100 years. Scholastic book clubs is the best possible partner to help you get excellent childrens books into the hands of every child, to help them become successful lifelong readers and discover the joy and power of good books. Theyre all the work of a powerhungry ghost who craves immortality. She writes the guardians of gahoole, wolves of the beyond, daughters of the sea and several other series, along with many series she has contributed to, such as dear america and the royal diaries.
Josh and his twin brother jordan are awesome on the court. Scholastic book clubs childrens books for parents and teachers. May 12, 2017 through all of the main characters struggles, he remains a positive role model, mainly because of the support he receives from other positive figures in the book, including his father, mother, and coach. But both brothers must come to grips with growing up, on and off the court, as they realize breaking the rules can come at a terrible price, resulting in a gamechanger for their entire family. He conducts creative writing workshops in middle and high schools, often reaching more than 500 students monthly. In this fast and furious middle grade novel of family and brotherhood from awardwinning author kwame alexander, josh and his twin brother, jordan, must come to grips with growing up, on and off the court. Scholastic book clubs childrens books for parents and. As the stories continue we will add more universes. Intro a2, 3 books plus develop b1 level in 3 years,and 2 books higher b2 in 2 years. Bookpage alexanders at the top of his poetic game in this taut, complex tale of the crossover from brash, vulnerable boy to young adult. What do a giant crocodile, a threeheaded monster, and a bowlingpin crown have in common. Gary paulsen has written more than 175 books and some 200 articles and short stories for children and adults. Hes got mad beats too, beats that tell his familys story in verse. Three of his novels hatchet, dogsong, and the winter room were newbery honor books, and his works frequently appear on the best books lists of the american.
Save over 20% credits will not expire, so you can use them at any time. In this followup to the newberywinning novel the crossover, soccer, family, love, and friendship, take center stage as twelveyearold nick learns the power of words as he wrestles with problems at home, stands up to a bully, and tries to impress the girl of his dreams. He is considered one of the most important writers for young adults today. The crossover is destined to reachand touchreaders who never gave basketball or poetry a second thought until now.
Search by title, author, illustrator, or keyword using the search box above. Kwame alexander is a poet, educator, and the new york times bestselling author of 28 books, including rebound, the followup to his, newbery medalwinning middle grade novel, the crossover. Scholastic has rights only to the book but theres little doubt that the first. Read the crossover by kwame alexander available from rakuten kobo. The crossover by kwame alexander paperback book the. The great books foundation promotes reading, thinking, and the sharing of ideas for people of all ages. As for book 1, basically nick fury is tricked into going with ajax and mr. Not so stupid is the first book written by malorie blackman, it was published in 1990, the book is a collection of horror and science fiction for young adults, and up to date, the author has written over 60 children books which include short stories, novels, stage plays and television scripts. Refine your results by reading level, grade, subject, and genre by using the. In my book the crossover by kwame alexander, one of th. Booked the crossover series hardcover andersons bookshop.
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Find and level books by searching the book wizard database of more than 50,000 childrens books. Cuz tonight im delivering 12yearold josh and his twin jordan have basketball in their blood. Twelveyearold twin basketball stars josh and jordan wrestle with highs and lows on and off the court as their father ignores his declining health. Their father used to be a champion player and they each want nothing. The interesting phenomenon about the series is its crossover appeal to adults. Instantly get a books guided reading, lexile measure, dra, or grade level reading level. Kwame alexander is a poet, educator, and new york times bestselling author of 21 books, including the crossover, which received the 2015 john newbery medal for the most distinguished contribution to american literature for children, the coretta scott king author award honor, the ncte charlotte huck honor, the lee bennett hopkins poetry award, and the.
Unlike many books aimed at preteens and teens, the crossover offers a positive example of an intact family with active, involved parents and. The first one will have two universes colliding, that being deadpool and marvel. The crossover series goodreads meet your next favorite book. The crossover by kwame alexander paperback book the parent. It won the 2015 newbery medal and a coretta scott king book honor, and may inspire a discussion about. He competes with his bigger, meaner rivals for the coins american tourists throw off the bridge between texas and his town.
Some of his other works include booked, which was longlisted for the national book award, the playbook. It has also ranked 5 on itunes and 7 on bookscan in the top ten books list in the adult fiction. Welcome to one of the largest book websites in the world and the most complete. Mar 18, 2014 new york times bestseller newbery medal winner coretta scott king honor award 2015 yalsa 2015 top ten best fiction for young adults 2015 yalsa quick picks for reluctant young adult readers publishers weekly best book school library journal best book kirkus best book a beautifully measured novel of life and line. Kwame alexander is a poet, educator, and new york times bestselling author of 21 books, including the crossover, which received the 2015 john newbery medal for the most distinguished contribution to american literature for children, the coretta scott king author award honor, the ncte charlotte huck honor, the lee bennett hopkins poetry award, and the passaic poetry prize.
New york times bestseller newbery medal winner coretta scott king honor award 2015 yalsa 2015 top ten best fiction. The titles you didnt know your classroom library needs. The crossover the crossover series hardcover andersons. If youre looking for help with a personal book recommendation, consult our suggested reading page or ask in. Across that heavily guarded bridge await a different world and a. A reading list for the best new books featuring books that are targeted at adults but are likely to be of interestsuitable for teens, with links to full book information. Kathryn lasky is an american author of childrens novels and nonfiction books. Hilda and the bird parade by luke pearson, queen of the sea by dylan meconis, watership down by richard adams, haroun.
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