Cheat Challenge (Ridge Riders (Graphic Novels)),Used

From School Library JournalGrade 26Combining the appeal of a graphic novel and the readability of an easy reader, the Lawries have created an engaging series for struggling readers. "Slam" Duncan and his friends, downhill mountainbike racers, star in these fastpaced stories. In Cheat Challenge, Slam accidentally stumbles on the map to a new racecourse. While he keeps the information secret from the other Ridge Riders to prevent cheating, their practice sessions on the wrong course put them in danger and Slam in a quandary. In Fear 3.1, the protagonist must conquer his fear of heights to save a friend. Similarly, he races to save the day once again in Snow Bored. Finally, in White Lightning, it's Slam's turn to be rescued by one of the Ridge Riders just in time for the big race. All four titles have fullcolor illustrations that are less graphic than the "graphic novel" stamp on the cover implies, but speech bubbles and soundeffect bursts help to blur the line. The actiondriven narratives zip along like a downhill racecourse despite flat characterizations. Endings are vague and may leave lessexperienced readers wondering if there is a page missing at the end. A glossary, a kidsafe Internet site, discussion questions, and writing prompts provide support for lowlevel readers but also give the books a distinct "school" feel." Despite the series limitations, kids will clamor for more.H. H. Henderson, Heritage Middle School, Deltona, FLCopyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Product DescriptionSlam Duncan and his mountain biking friends have learned about an upcoming biking contest, but as Slam accidentally sees the map of the course, he faces a dilemma as he knows some things that may put his teammates in danger.ReviewGr 26Combining the appeal of a graphic novel and the readability of an easy reader, the Lawries have created an engaging series for struggling readers. ""Slam"" Duncan and his friends, downhill mountainbike racers, star in these fastpaced stories. In Ch School Library JournalThis series is geared to the young struggling or reluctant reader. Each book begins with a brief introduction to the main characters and then quickly engages the reader in a story about the Ridge Riders. The books are based on character education developm Library Media ConnectionAbout the AuthorRobin and Chris Lawrie wrote the Ridge Riders books together, and Robin illustrated them. Their inspiration for these books is their son. They wanted to write books that he would find interesting. Many of the Ridge Riders books are based on adventures he and his friends had while biking. Robin and Chris live in England, and will soon be moving to a big, old house that is also home to sixty bats.