I received this book from the publishers.
By: Christine Bongers & Dan McGuiness
Jack and his best mate Eric have a goal each for this years cross-contry race. Jack wants to beat Rocket Robson and Eric just wants to finish. Together they train with their goals in mind. The day of the big race dawns and it all doesn’t go according to plan but Jack learns that winning isn’t always about coming first.
This is a fun little story great for readers just starting on chapter books. It is part of the Aussie Mates reading schemes series. It has simple text, a fun plot that any reader can identify with and colourful illustrations on each page.
Publisher: Omnibus Books
Published: 01 February 2013
Format: Paperback 64 pages
Categories: Fiction, Sport
ISBN 13: 9781862919822
Purchase: here or use Booktopia link on the side of the page.
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