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Mud Happens

by (author) Bill Swan

Publisher
James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
Initial publish date
Dec 2005
Category
General
Recommended Age
9 to 13
Recommended Grade
4 to 8
Recommended Reading age
7 to 10
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781550288995
    Publish Date
    Dec 2005
    List Price
    $16.95
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550288988
    Publish Date
    Nov 2005
    List Price
    $8.95

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Description

In this exciting sequel to Mud Run, Matt and his teammates are disappointed when their favourite track coach, Ms. Wellesley, tells them she can no longer lead the school team. On the bright side, she has arranged for the kids to be trained by the coach of the Riders -- a dream team of elite athletes who have the potential to become "real" runners. But is there such a thing as too much, too soon? Mud Happens is about learning how to pace one's self -- in the race and in life.

About the author

BILL SWAN has worked as a journalism teacher, editor and newspaper columnist. His first three novels, Fast Finish, Mud Run, and Off Track are highly recommended by CM Magazine: Canadian Review of Materials. Mud Run was nominated for a Manitoba Young Readers` Choice Award. He is also the author of Corner Kick. He lives in Courtice, Ontario with his wife and daughter.

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Editorial Reviews

"This book talks about friendship, making decisions and pacing oneself, both in racing and in life. Students who enjoy sports stories, especially track and field, will like this story."

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

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