Catalog Search Results
Find reading recommendations, read-alikes, discussion guides, "If You're a Fan Of" book lists, and more. Search by keyword and reading level (Lexile).
NoveList K-8: Children's fiction only.
NoveList: Fiction only.
NoveList Plus: Includes audiobooks and nonfiction books.
22) Shark attack!
Author
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Ever since he arrived at his family's rented summer house, Brandan has been hearing horror stories from all of the locals about sharks in the water. His new friend and surfing partner, Alex, swears the stories aren't true, but Brendan can't shake his fear. Then, one day, when Alex and Brendan are surfing off the coast, Brendan's shark nightmare comes true in a horrible way.
Author
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Ring Lake Middle School decides to host an Olympic Fest, Kyle is assigned to compete in the track and field throwing events--will practice make him good, or will he embarrass himself in front of everyone?
24) Half-pipe prize
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Tess moved away from Winterfall, she left her two best friends, Ana and Sofie, behind. She's traveling back to surprise them and to take part in the yearly snowboarding competition. Ana is glad to see her, but Sofie acts strange as soon as Tess returns.
25) Soccer show-off
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Gina tries to be the star of the soccer team at her new school, but her teammates do not like her showoff moves.
26) Karate countdown
Author
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus--and win?
Author
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Nick hates running, but his high school gym teacher thinks he is just the right person to fill in for the two hundred meter relay race, and will not give him a passing grade unless he tries--will Nick learn to run or let the team down?
28) Backup goalie
Author
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Jamie, the captain and star forward of the Comets hockey team, thinks everything is perfect. His two best friends, Jill and Brett, are amazing players too. The team is bound for the state championship. But when Jill is told she can't play on the boys' team anymore, and Brettt is hurt during a match, everything starts to fall apart. To make matters even worse, Jamie is pulled from his position to fill Brett's place at goal. Can Jamie make the adjustment...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
89 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Mason Williams is on his junior high school swim team, and he has always been fast at the short distances, but if he wants to compete in the longer races he will need to work on his endurance--so his best friend suggests that he train in the nearby lake.
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Jo is disappointed when she is not placed on the Red Angels in the summer softball league--but when she is offered the chance to switch teams, Jo has to decide if she will leave her friends and play for the "winning" team--or win with the Sonics.
32) Off the bench
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When the star forward goes on vacation, Daniel Friedland gets his chance in the spotlight. He has worked hard at improving his free throws, but, as everyone knows, he's terrible at layups. He'll need to work hard if he wants to be a starting Wildcat.
Author
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
65 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
They were supposed to be attending a volunteer dinner in their honor, but instead, Owen and Gray have been stranded in the middle of a raging blizzard. Once the storm subsides, the boys decide to try to find their way back to civilization. But with no food or water, freezing temperatures, and no help in sight, both boys begin to lose hope. Can they make it safely home, or will the frozen elements become too much for them to handle?
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Fiona's new school doesn't have an ice hockey team, just field hockey. She decides to try out for field hockey anyway, but the sports have different rules. Will Fiona be able to stay on the team if she doesn't learn the rules?
35) Record run
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"After getting soaked by Harry's water balloon, Paul chases Harry down. He didn't expect Harry to be so fast. He gives Harry a choice: join the track team or else. Harry doesn't think it's fun to run if he's not being chased. With Paul's help, can Harry find a good reason to run?"--Unedited summary from book.
36) Soccer spirit
Author
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
63 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"When the girls' soccer team is canceled, three girls have to join their arch rival team"--Unedited summary from book.
37) On guard
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Physical Desc
66 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Trey Smith, the captain of the Wildcats, knows he's one of the best players on the team. He doesn't worry about anything when he's on the court, until he finds out that his cousin Pete is on the opposing team and they're assigned to guard each other. How can Trey play when he'll have to beat his cousin to win?
38) Dance team drama
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
89 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Right after dance camp ends, Lily Richter's mother announces that the family is moving to a new town. Separated from her best friend, and enrolled in a larger unfamiliar middle school, Lily struggles to adjust, troubled by the feeling that her new dance team does not really want her.
39) Soccer step-up
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
89 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When budget cuts lead to the elimination of Delano Middle School's girl soccer team, Melina Stern and the other seventh and eighth graders are invited to try out for the high school varsity team--but the older players clearly do not want the middle schoolers around, and the girls are having trouble playing as a team.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
89 pages ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
When eighth grade basketball player Shaena suffers a concussion in a game, she finds herself sidelined two weeks before the big game--and as she watches her team practice with the new freshman player, Shaena, who is used to being the star, starts to worry that by the time she recovers she will no longer be needed.
In WISCAT Wisconsin Resource Sharing
Can't find what you're looking for? Search WISCAT Wisconsin Resource Sharing to search libraries outside our area. Contact your local library to place a request.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try suggesting a purchase. Submit Request