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Charlie Bumpers vs. the Puny Pirates - (Charlie Bumpers, 5) by Bill Harley (Paperback)

Charlie Bumpers vs. the Puny Pirates - (Charlie Bumpers, 5) by  Bill Harley (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Charlie Bumpers is finally on the same soccer team as his two best friends, and theyre sure the Pirates will be the best team ever! But their high hopes are crushed on the first day of practice. Not only do they have a bunch of shrimpy and inexperienced teammates, their new coach doesnt believe in star players. The first few games are a big disappointment to Charlie. So, if they cant be on a winning team, Charlie thinks, maybe he, Tommy, and Hector can at least win the prize for selling the most candy bars for the fundraiser. But after a series of near catastrophes, Charlie and his friends learn that hotshot plays and gimmicky sales techniques arent as effective as hard work, honesty, and cooperation.Grammy Award-winner Bill Harley continues his fun series for young readers, using humor to illuminate important values such as working together as a team and making the best of a bad situation.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Charlie and his best friends are finally on the same soccer team. But is it a winning combination? From the award-winning middle grade series by Bill Harley.</p><p>"Master storyteller Harley scores again with fourth-grader Charlie Bumpers."―<i>Kirkus Reviews</i></b></p><p>Charlie Bumpers and his best friends are finally on the same soccer team and are sure the Pirates will be the best team ever! But their high hopes are crushed on the first day of practice. Not only do they have a bunch of shrimpy and inexperienced teammates, their new coach doesn't believe in star players. And the first few games leave little to be desired.</p><p>If they can't be on a winning team, Charlie thinks maybe he, Tommy, and Hector can at least win the prize for selling the most candy bars for the fundraiser. But after a series of near catastrophes, Charlie and his friends learn that hotshot plays and gimmicky sales techniques aren't as effective as hard work, honesty, and cooperation. Black and white illustrations throughout. Available in eBook.</p><p><i>Charlie Bumpers</i> is a heartwarming and hilarious middle grade series starring a relatable fourth grader dealing with everyday issues surrounding family, friends, and school. From Grammy Award-winning author Bill Harley.</p><p><b>Awards: </p><p>Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Intermediate) ―Kansas National Education Association</b></p><p>Also available from Bill Harley: <br><i>Charlie Bumpers vs. His Big Blabby Mouth<br>Charlie Bumpers vs. the End of the Year<br>Charlie Bumpers vs. the Perfect Little Turkey<br>Charlie Bumpers vs. the Really Nice Gnome<br>Charlie Bumpers vs. the Squeaking Skull<br>Charlie Bumpers vs. the Teacher of the Year</i></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Master storyteller Harley scores again with fourth-grader Charlie Bumpers" ―Kirkus Reviews<br>

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