Jake Maddox
6) On the line
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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After breaking his arm during the first day of try-outs last season, Robby is determined to make the football team this year, but to do so he must face his own fears and the bully who tackled him the year before.
7) Face-off
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Kyle wants to be a great hockey player just like his older brother, but to do that, he must focus all of his energy on the game and not be distracted by a teammate's injury.
8) Free climb
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Amir's new friend refuses to learn the right way to climb, and soon finds himself in danger.
9) Cowboy up
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Jake is the best bull rider in his division, but after he finally takes a bad spill during a competition he has to overcome his fear before he can ride again.
13) Tennis trouble
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"Even though she's only in seventh grade, Alexis made the varsity tennis team. But some other girls on the team aren't happy she's there"--Unedited summary from book.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Riley and Blake have been best friends forever, even though Blake is a daredevil and teases Riley. That all ends when Blake finds a new group of friends. Riley joins the swim team, and soon finds he doesn't need Blake's friendship to get by. But when Blake tries a crazy stunt and dangerous at the lake one day, can Riley put the past aside and save his former friend?
15) Wild hike
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Nick has always loved camping, but his cousins, Andy and Devin, aren't outdoors guys-they're jocks. Nick isn't even sure why his cousins wanted to go on the camping trip. They don't listen to his warnings about campfires and bears, and they make fun of everything Nick does. When Devin finds himself in real danger, can Nick save him in time?
16) Speedway switch
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Quarter-midget car racer Michael Haynes and his twin brother Mark, the team's mechanic, are used to winning their races, but when a new, unscrupulous racer starts competing, even causing Michael to be injured in a race, the twins are tempted to start using different tactics themselves.
17) Karate countdown
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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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? .
18) Soccer show-off
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Gina loves playing soccer, and she can't wait to join the team at her new school. But when Gina tries to be the star of the team, her new teammates don't exactly appreciate it. Gina has to learn that teamwork is more important than winning before she can get back on the field.
19) Skateboard save
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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When bullies mess with Riley at the skate park one night, Bernie Chu, the best skater in town, saves his board. But the next day, Bernie pretends like he never saw Riley before. The biggest contest of the year is coming up, and Riley knows that Bernie is his chief competition. When Bernie's board breaks during the final round of the contest, will Riley help him, or will he use the accident to win?
20) Lacrosse attack
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Peter made the varsity lacrosse team, just like his best friends said he would. In fact, the coach thinks he's one of the best on the team. But Hurley Johnson, the team's captain, doesn't want Peter to take his spot. He'll stop at nothing to make Peter quit. Will Peter give up?