Fear 3.1 (Chain Gang) - Hardcover

Lawrie, Robin; Lawrie, Chris

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0237522055 ISBN 13: 9780237522056

Publisher: Evans Brothers Ltd, 2000

Synopsis

Rock climbing used to be one of Slam Duncan's favorite things to do for fun. But one day, climbing Westridge Cliff with his scout troop, Slam loses his foothold. Luckily, his safety harness held, but that doesn't stop Slam from being terrified. Soon, he can't even manage to complete the mountain biking courses he's ridden on for years. When Slam's forced to climb down the cliff without safety gear, his friend Dozy comes up with an idea that might help Slam conquer his fear of heights. But can Slam get over his phobia for good, and win the mountain bike race, too?

About this title

About the Author

Robin 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.

Review

Gr 2-6-Combining 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 mountain-bike racers, star in these fast-paced stories. In Ch --School Library Journal

This 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 Connection

About this edition

• Publisher: Evans Brothers Ltd
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0237522055
• ISBN 13: 9780237522056
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32