Interference (Lorimer Sports Stories) [Paperback]

Lorna Schultz Nicholson (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Lorimer Sports Stories

Josh has finally made it to an elite hockey team and is determined to play as well as his older brother, Matt. But Josh's body is not cooperating. He's so tired and sluggish at practice -- and so thirsty and hungry all the time -- he worries he'll be cut from the team. On top of everything else, Matt is at war with his father because he wants to quit hockey and take up drama. Little does everyone know, Josh's undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes is working against him -- and getting more serious by the day.
Interference combines a compelling story with an accurate portrayal of a disease that poses a challenge and yet offers opportunities for understanding and accepting the gifts every individual is given.

Editorial Reviews

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"The viewpoint is that of a middle child wanting his parents' attention. His focus is on this need and not on the changes that he should recognize as warning signs that something is physically wrong with him. The story deals with real issue a young person could face while growing up." (CM: Canadian Review of Materials )

"If you want to read a story about two great kids, this is it." (Resource Links )

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"This book is a terrific read for adults as well as young people and speaks the truth about diabetes. Josh will be a hockey player with diabetes, not a diabetic hockey player." (Bob Clarke, General Manager of the Philadelphia Flyers )

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 94 pages
• Publisher: Lorimer (May 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550288229
• ISBN-13: 978-1550288223
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,070,179 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #65 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Sports & Activities > Sports > Winter Sports

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars This was an awesome book for kids to read!, January 14, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Interference (Lorimer Sports Stories) (Paperback)

I read Interference and loved it. I liked Josh because he never gave up even that he was haveing a very hard time. I liked when he got sick and every one started to like him. he keep it a secret and this is my favarit book i have ever read