Therefore, when i came across the crossover, it intrigued me. Its tough, muscular writing about a tender, unguarded heart. Hence crossover dribble is a winner for all readers. Before josh and jordan bell were streaking up and down the court, their father was learning his own moves. Kwame alexanders the crossover is the story of josh and jordan, kings on. For example, his dad, a former college player, has trained josh ever since he could hold a. Right from the start, kwame alexanders new book, the crossover, looks, sounds and even feels different. Here is a quick description and cover image of book the crossover written by kwame alexander which was published in 2014318.
This page is an index to all of the articles on the website. The crossover is a poignant novel in verse that mixes basketball, family, and. The talented author kwame alexander did not disappoint. Not surprisingly, the book is divided up into quarters, much like a basketball game, and. New york times bestseller newbery medal winner coretta scott king honor award 2015 yalsa 2015. Kyrie irvings best crossovers and handles with the. Other works include booked, a national book award nominee. Kwame alexander wins newbery medal with basketball tale. The book the crossover, by kwame alexander is about an afrian american family living in a rich neighborhood, in the suburbs of boston. But once he decides to try out for the school musical production at sainsbury high, kyle finds there is. Kwame alexander is a poet, educator, and the new york times bestselling author of twentyeight books, including rebound, the prequel to his newbery medalen dashwinning middle grade novel, the crossover. Basketball is extremely important to them, and they both want to play professionally someday. The crossover npr coverage of the crossover by kwame alexander.
Having read it at last, i can see why the cover is filled with awards. Bookpage alexanders at the top of his poetic game in this taut, complex tale of the crossover from brash, vulnerable boy to young adult. Orca book publishers, 2008 young adult fiction 176 pages. Kwame alexander wrote this book as a poem, and it made us want to read more. The first edition of the novel was published in march 18th 2014, and was written by kwame alexander. Epidemiology, risk factors and prevention request pdf. A friend of mines daughter nonsports fan read the book and thought it was great. Parents need to know that author and poet kwame alexanders. The crossover is a young adult novel by kwame alexander that follows the life experiences of 12yearold basketball player josh bell across several months in the autumn and early winter of his seventhgrade year at reggie lewis middle school. Fifteenyearold kyle evans has been a jock for yearsa triple threat basketball player who can dribble, pass or shoot with considerable skill. Lebron edges kyrie with a triple double in their first. We think you should read this book because it is good. The story follows two africanamerican twin brothers that share a love for basketball but find themselves drifting apart as they head into their.
Kwame alexander is a bestselling author and winner of the newbery award, and we know why. His two loves are family and basketball, and his life is full of opportunities to combine them. The crossover graphic novel by kwame alexander, dawud. The main characters of this poetry, young adult story are josh bell, jordan bell. Basketball and heartache share the court in this slamdunk novel in verse. As soon as i read the opening lines of the crossover, with its basketball cover and bouncing rap beat, i just knew i had to read it aloud to my 5th graders. Published march 18th 2014 by hmh books for young readers.
The crossover new york times bestseller newbery medal winner coretta scott. Pdf epub the crossover download by kwame alexander. Editions of the crossover by kwame alexander goodreads. But once he decides to try out for the school musical production at sainsbury high, kyle finds there is m. But josh has more than basketball in his blood, hes got mad beats, too, that. Alexander clearly demonstrates his knowledge of love and basketball with in the pages of the crossover. Looking to become better at basketball and improve your crossover. Basketball records are confined to the modern era, which began with the 193738 season, the first without the center jump after each goal scored. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the crossover.
Basketball triple crossovers consist of any combinations of the four and a half fundamental crossovers. Pdf the crossover book by kwame alexander free download. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. I dont usually pick up books about basketball, or books in verse, but i saw kwame speak at the virginia festival of the book in 2015 and had to have the crossover. This triple combo dribbling drill will improve your reactions, hand speed, and overall feel. The following list covers our favorite basketball books and our recommendations for you. But josh has more than basketball in his blood, hes got mad beats, too, that tell his familys story in verse, in this fast and furious middle grade novel of family. It won the 2015 newbery medal and a coretta scott king book honor, and may inspire a discussion about healthy lifestyle choices and.
Except for the schools alltime wonlost record or coaches records, only statistics achieved while an institution was an active member of the ncaa are included in team or individual. We are a 6th grade boys book group, but we know that girls will like this book too. Kwame alexanders cadenced basketball novel is a gem of poise and grace. The graphic novel is an adaptation of kwame alexanders novel in verse about twin,12yearold african american basketball players. Free download or read online the crossover pdf epub book. This chapter explores the epidemiology, risk factors and prevention strategies for the most frequent tendon injuries of the lower limb, including the adductor. A brief history of basketball and race, from james naismith to lebron james. From stephen curry moves to kyrie irving crossovers, flat out crazy handles, vertical jump training, shooting tips, and everything in between weve got you covered. Kwame alexander slam dunks newbery medal with basketball tale the crossover. Former newbery winners include the graveyard book by neil. Publishers weekly best book school library journal best book kirkus best. Kwame alexander slam dunks newbery medal with basketball tale. In this prequel to newbery medal winner the crossover, chuck bell takes center stage, as readers get a glimpse of his childhood and how he became the jazz music worshiping, basketball star his sons look up to a novel in verse with all the impact and rhythm readers have come to expect. Kwame alexander is a poet, childrens book author, playwright, producer, public speaker and performer.
He lives with his wife and two daughters in the washington, d. The crossover is a 2015 childrens book by american author kwame alexander and the winner. This book happens in the present, about 2014 during the fall basketball season, when this family is succeeding during the obama era. When a book hits a sweet spot, it zooms from one student to another. Illustrated by dawud anyabwile, the book follows josh and jordon bell as they deal with issues between them at home and on the court. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Alexanders poems vary from the pulsing, aggressive beats of a basketball game my shot is f l o w i n g, flying. Perfect for giving or receiving whether you are looking for your next book to read or are looking to find a book for the basketball fan in your life.
The crossover is destined to reachand touchreaders who never gave basketball or poetry a second thought until now. Movie trailer from the novel crossover available on amazon. Fifteenyearold kyle evans has been a jock for years a triple threat basketball player who can dribble, pass or shoot with considerable skill. Their father, chuck da man bell, was a famous basketball player back in the day, but he no longer plays because, as the boys discover when snooping through his box of memorabilia, he has patellar tendonitis. Download the crossover by kwame alexander in pdf epub format complete free.
Parents need to know that author and poet kwame alexanders the crossover is a poignant novel in verse that mixes basketball, family, and comingofage themes and includes serious issues regarding adult health and a parents lifethreatening condition. Discover the best childrens basketball books in best sellers. The boys in my group didnt know all of the basketball stars in the book i needed to tell them who magic johnson was, for example but they are a bit younger than the intended audience. Dear kids interested in reading this book, no adults made us write this. Sunny tries to shine despite his troubled past in this third novel in the critically acclaimed track series from national book award finalist jason reynolds. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 240 pages and is available in ebook format. This is a list of nicknames in the sport of basketball. Take a look at the best crossovers and handles from kyrie irving since he joined the boston celtics. Good for grades 46 for teaching character development and responsibility. A strong main character with an unpredictable ploti couldnt put the book down. Read all the books in the the crossover series series from hmh books.