Author Biography

Who is Jake Maddox? Athlete, author, world-traveler - or all three? He has surfed in Hawaii, scuba-dived in Australia, and climbed the mountains of Peru and Alaska. His books range from the most popular team sports to outdoor activities to survival adventures and even to auto racing. His exploits have inspired numerous writers to walk in his footsteps - literally! Each of his stories is stamped with teamwork, fair play, and a strong sense of self-worth and discipline. Always a team-player, Maddox realizes it takes more than one man (or woman) to create a book good enough for a young reader. He hopes the lessons learned on the court, field, or arena and the champion sprinter pace of his books can motivate kids to become better athletes and lifelong readers.

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Contains librarian support materials including a comprehensive glossary and pronunciation guide, nonfiction back matter, and discussion questions and writing prompts referring back to the text; Features a problem and solution sequence of events. Good for teaching plot and character development; Appeals to fans of the original Jake Maddox series. This series is Jake Maddox taken to the next level -- has slightly higher reading and interest levels and protagonists face tougher challenges and opponents.

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Appeals to fans of the original Jake Maddox series. This series is Jake Maddox taken to the next level -- has slightly higher reading and interest levels and protagonists face tougher challenges and opponents;,Sports subject provides high interest level while engaging text and short chapters allow struggling readers a chance to practice reading;,Easy-to-read, simple plot, with the reluctant reader in mind. "More About" section encourages readers to find out more about the sports they are interested in and glossary helps strengthen vocabulary;

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