In this graphic novel adaptation of the acclaimed verse novel, football, family, love, and friendship take centre stage as Nick tries to figure out how to navigate his parents' break-up, stand up to bullies, and impress the girl of his dreams. Twelve-year-old Nick is a football-mad boy who absolutely hates books. Like lightning/you strike/fast and free/legs zoom/down field/eyes fixed/on the checkered ball/on the goal/ten yards to go/can't nobody stop you/can't nobody cop you. Fizzing with energy, empathy, emotion and a dash of romance, Booked is an authentic, inspirational delight. Father-son conflict aside, Nick’s troubles escalate when he has to deal with bullies, a split in his family, and injury, but Mr Mac, a rapper turned-cool-school-librarian, helps Nick navigate the storm and find support from books. Twelve-year-old Nick is a whirl of energy, pumped by his love of football, but dragged down by living in a “prison of words” – his dad is a linguistics professor, and Nick does not share his love of language and books. Kwame Alexander’s stirring free-verse novel about a football-loving, book-hating boy dealing with life’s big challenges lends itself perfectly to the graphic novel format.īrilliantly paired with illustrator Dawud Anyabwile, this is an exhilarating read, with the super-charged text and images working in perfect harmony to engage the most reluctant of readers, especially as its main character discovers the magic and freedom to be had from books. September 2022 Graphic Novel of the Month 15+ Children's Books to cope with Stage Fright and Calm First Night Nerves.Jo Lindley her journey from architect to illustrator.Annual CLPE Reflecting Realities Survey 2023 - Ethnic Representation within UK Children’s Literature.Mel Taylor-Bessent - our Guest Editor of the Month.Beano Fiction - We Are Big Fans of Minnie the Minx and the Boomic.Ten Tips for Writing Top Book Reviews For The Children In Your Life. Give Your Favourite Book Worm a Little Extra Luxury the Christmas with the Wordsworth Luxe Collection.The Voices 2024 Creative Writing Competition - open until 17th December for care experienced children and young people, and care leavers aged 4 -25 years.Sarah Massini, renowned for her exquisite illustrations, brings a fresh perspective to a beloved classic fable.How to learn a poem by heart By Dr Julie Blake, director of Poetry By Heart.Buy Gifts Easily From Your Favourite Online Bookstore, and Gift Extra 2024 Preview - Brilliant Children's Books to Look Forward to Next Year.
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