Fairway Phenom

Malik Edwards has never had any intention of playing golf. In his mind, golf is a game played by old, flabby men wearing funny pants and hats. Then one day while channel surfing he sees a young black golfer being cheered on by a crowd of adoring fans. Suddenly golf's image changes for Malik. Yet, even if he wanted to play, where would he get the gear or the money? And where is a kid living in Brooklyn, New York, supposed to play golf? Malik's growing desire to learn the sport of golf help him overcome these obstacles, but the biggest obstacle-the ridicule of his friends-still sits in his path.

Author: Matt Christopher
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published: 06/01/2003
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.00w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780316075510

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.3
Point Value: 3
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 73833 / Fairway Phenom


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 12/15/2002 pg. 748
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2003 pg. 371 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2003 pg. 371 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.