A High Five for Glenn Burke
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
A heartfelt and personal novel from Phil Bildner, about a boy's experience of coming to terms with his sexuality and being true to himself.
Phil Bildner Books
Phil Bildner crafts compelling narratives for young readers, often exploring themes of sports, connection, and cultural experience. His work is characterized by a playful yet insightful approach to storytelling, designed to engage and resonate with children and adolescents. Bildner's writing shines through its accessible language and imaginative scenarios, making complex ideas understandable and enjoyable. He creates stories that not only entertain but also encourage young minds to think critically and empathetically.
A Whole New Ballgame
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Fifth grade is one crazy ride in this middle grade novel about two best friends. Rip and Red are best friends whose fifth-grade year is nothing like what they expected. They have a crazy new tattooed teacher named Mr. Acevedo, who doesn't believe in tests or homework and who likes off-the-wall projects, the more "off" the better. And guess who's also their new basketball coach? Mr. Acevedo! Easy-going Rip is knocked completely out of his comfort zone. And for Red, who has autism and really needs things to be exactly a certain way, the changes are even more of a struggle. But together these two make a great duo who know how to help each other—and find ways to make a difference—in the classroom and on the court. With its energetic and authentic story and artwork, A Whole New Ballgame by Phil Bildner is a fresh, fun book about school, sports, and friendship. “Cartoony illustrations lend energy and personality to the likable cast of characters. A school story with heart.” —Kirkus Reviews This title has Common Core connections.
