Middle Grade Sports Thriller

 

Review - Sandra K. Stiles - Teacher

This is the fifth book in the Sam Cooper Adventure series. Sam Cooper and his friends are awaiting the beginning of the basketball season. Sam keeps having the same dream. They are on the basketball court. It comes down to him making the winning three point shot. The crowd screams. In reality the star of the team is his best friend Perry. Perry is the tallest person on their team. He plays center and Sam plays point guard. Sam has been working on making three point shots from anywhere on the court. Sam has a bigger concern. Perry knows he is good. He believes he is so good that he shouldn't have to worry about homework. He is sure that with his talent, if he fails a class they will let him play anyway. He sees no use for education. He knows he is going to be a star and make millions. He doesn't need to learn anything else. Unfortunately his father feels the same way. But what happens when a freak accident takes him out of the game?

I could relate to this book so much. I taught at a school where the international students were semi-pro sports players. There were so many of them that were like Perry. This book is important for kids everywhere to read to see what decisions Perry makes. I absolutely love all of Max Anderson's books. They are full of important yet gentle lessons. This book isn't just for boys, girls will enjoy it as well. After all many girls today play sports and are just as passionate.    Amazon https://lnkd.in/gBs7e7Ei  

Readers respond to these adventures & mysteries by Max Elliot Anderson

“I’m not sure I’ve ever seen my son so riveted by a book until now!

“…written in the manner of a good Hardy Boys-style mystery.”

“One of the best series since Tom Swift.”

“I was hooked from page one to the end.”

“This is Tom Sawyer-Huck Finn if they lived in modern America today.”

“These books transported me back to my childhood of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys.” 

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On This Veterans Day

In 1967, I was drafted into the US Army. This was interesting since I had been rejected for military service, not long before that, because at 6 feet 4 inches tall, I didn’t weigh enough to join. That never mattered to my local draft board. 

Most of my time was spent with an armor battalion in the Mannheim, Germany area. Since I already had a brother in Vietnam, a second family member wouldn’t automatically be sent there. In any case, it was an honor to serve this great country over those two years. I have the deepest respect for anyone who was called upon serve in combat. So make sure to let those veterans in your family, or circle of friends, know how much you appreciate their service on your behalf and on behalf of this great nation.

Limited Edition African Wildlife Art - Signed and Numbered

Note! Folds across images are from a scan of a printed brochure.

                                                                                                                             By Artist Philip Lasz

It was my distinct honor to know and work with Philip Lasz for several years. Phil was a missionary in Kenya, with an immense talent for capturing African animals on canvas. Sadly, he lost his battle with cancer, but his love for the animals that God created, lives on in his work. 

  

Peace Before the Storm (From edition of 1000 - Signed & Numbered in person by the artist.) 

  

(34" × 21")

Elephant Herd on the Move (From edition of 1000 - Signed & Numbered in person by the artist.) 
  
  

(34" × 21")

  
His Majesty (From edition of 1000 - Signed & Numbered in person by the artist.) 
  
  

(34" × 21")

  
Greater Kudu (From edition of 1000 - Signed & Numbered in person by the artist.) 
  
  

(34" × 21")

Signed & Numbered by the artist.

I still have a small supply of his beautiful, Limited Edition, signed and numbered lithographs are available for $199.95 each. These large (34" × 21") impressive works of art are perfect for the living room, den, or office. We'll pay shipping/handling.   
  
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Max Anderson
P.O. Box 4126
Rockford, IL 61110

What has happened to kids’ imaginations?

What has happened to kids’ imaginations? Reading sparks #imagination in children. Watch “Imagine” for more information. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOAa_eu30Xc 

MOMS WITH A STRUGGLING-RELUCTANT READER

MOMS WITH A STRUGGLING-RELUCTANT READER. What if you could find a book your child wanted to read? I grew up as a reluctant reader. Try one of my adventure-mysteries and see what happens at your house. Young readers say it’s like being in an exciting movie! https://middlegradeadventureandmystery.blogspot.com

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Middle grade adventure/mystery - Troubles At Timber Ski Lodge is now published!

Middle grade adventure/mystery - Troubles At Timber Ski Lodge is now published!

Sibling rivalry and a neighborhood bully are only two of the troubles Eric faced. Eric Baxter is twelve-years-old. His little brother, Shawn, drives him crazy with every opportunity. The Baxter family moved to the lodge two years ago because Eric’s grandfather could no longer keep up with the place.
Unfortunately, it hadn’t snowed enough in those two years for the lodge to turn a profit, and there had never been extra money so the Baxters could buy the snow-making equipment that would have made all the difference.
It didn’t help matters to have Thunder Mountain Ski Lodge right next door. Vince Turner’s father owned the place, and the Turners were filthy rich. Vince reminded Eric of that fact almost every day.
One afternoon, the village authorities learned that a gold shipment had been robbed. The reports said that a small airplane had been stolen around the same time. It’s expected that the crooks might try to fly the stolen gold across the mountains.
What happens when the boys hear the drone of a small plane just as a fierce storm is moving in? And, will Eric be able to save Timber Ski Lodge before it’s too late?
An avalanche, sibling rivalry, and being chased by gold thieves only add to Eric’s troubles.

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