Home-Field Advantage (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781442403697)

Imagine the toughest, meanest-looking, strongest NFL player you can. Now imagine him growing up while being bossed around and pushed around by his five older sisters. The comical scenes are endless and Justin shows that toughness comes in all forms. Illustrations from newcomer Leonardo Rodriguez to make a picture book that appeals to a wide audience.

Author: Justin Tuck
ISBN-10: 1442403691
ISBN-13: 9781442403697
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2011
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 11.26h x 8.88w x 0.58d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 146364 / Home-Field Advantage


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/13/2011
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2011
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2011
School Library Journal 09/01/2011 pg. 131
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2012 pg. 47 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
Justin Tuck was born in Coosa County Alabama and went on to play for Notre Dame College. He is currently a Pro-Bowl defensive end for the New York Giants. This is his first book for children.

Leonardo Rodriguez lives and works in Barcelona. He is a contributing cartoonist for Mad magazine. Visit his blog about illustration at LeonardoRodriguez.net.