Fifth grade is one crazy ride in this middle grade novel about two
best friends.
Rip and Red are best friends whose fifth-grade year is nothing like what
they expected. They have a crazy new tattooed teacher named Mr. Acevedo,
who doesn't believe in tests or homework and who likes off-the-wall
projects, the more "off" the better. And guess who's also their new
basketball coach? Mr. Acevedo! Easy-going Rip is knocked completely out
of his comfort zone. And for Red, who has autism and really needs things
to be exactly a certain way, the changes are even more of a struggle.
But together these two make a great duo who know how to help each
other--and find ways to make a difference--in the classroom and on the
court.
With its energetic and authentic story and artwork, A Whole New
Ballgame by Phil Bildner is a fresh, fun book about school, sports, and
friendship.
"Cartoony illustrations lend energy and personality to the likable cast
of characters. A school story with heart." --Kirkus Reviews
This title has Common Core connections.