Game Face

Four sports. Four friends. In “Game Face”, each girl gets to narrate her own story, focusing on their sport of choice. Whether it's a softball tournament or a hockey tryout, Rana, Maya, Alana, and Louie each face their weaknesses and find their strengths. They'll confront the overwhelming pressure of sports and the ups and downs of friendships. But with focus, perseverance, and support, these middle-schoolers won't just win the big game, they'll win over readers! Full contents: “Balancing Act” “STEAM & Ice” “Softball Surprise” “Sports Report”

Four sports. Four friends. In “Game Face”, each boy gets to narrate his own story, focusing on his sport of choice. Whether it's a basketball rematch against a rival school or an unexpected turn as the soccer team's replacement goalie, Torry, Javon, Marcus, and Griffin each face their weaknesses and find their strengths. They'll confront the overwhelming pressure of sports and the ups and downs of friendships. But with focus, perseverance, and support, these seventh-graders won't just win the big game, they'll win over readers! Full contents: “Between the Sticks” “Chasing the Baton” “No Relief” “Pressure Point”