Hero Contributor(s): Rottman, S. L. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1561451592 ISBN-13: 9781561451593 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: September 1997 * Out of Print * Annotation: When young and angry Sean performs community service for violating curfew, he works at the ranch of World War II veteran and strict disciplinarian Dave Hassler. Both challenged and befriended by Hassler, Sean begins his transformation to a confident, hopeful young adult. But can he overcome the hurdles placed in his way to find his hero in time? |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - General (see Also Headings Under Family) |
Dewey: FIC |
LCCN: 97003139 |
Age Level: 12-UP |
Grade Level: 7-UP |
Lexile Measure: 720(Not Available) |
Guided Reading: X (Grade 6) |
Physical Information: 0.91" H x 5.55" W x 8.38" L (0.87 lbs) 221 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Mountains - Cultural Region - Western U.S. - Geographic Orientation - Nevada - Topical - Adolescence/Coming of Age - Topical - Self-Esteem |
Features: Ikids, Price on Product |
Awards: Black-Eyed Susan Award, Nominee, Grades 6-9, 1999 |
Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 08/18/1997 pg. 93 Kirkus Review - Children 09/15/1997 pg. 1462 Booklist 12/01/1997 pg. 638 School Library Journal 12/01/1997 pg. 130 Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/1997 pg. 90 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed ALA Recmd for Reluctant YA's 01/01/1999 pg. 1317 |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 20114 Reading Level: 4.4 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 7.0 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: What does it mean to be a hero? Heroes are hard to find, especially for Sean, who, at fifteen years old, has never had it easy. He's estranged from his father and abused by his mother--Sean feels he has nowhere to turn. Suspended from school and with a mounting police record, he is one step away from serious trouble. Sentenced to community service for violating curfew, Sean is sent to Mr. Hassler's farm, where he's forced to confront his fears and take charge of his own life. When Sean is faced with a dangerous situation that tests his true character, he learns just what it means to be a hero. In an age where it seems that few heroes exist, S. L. Rottman has written a compelling and realistic portrayal of the conflicts that drive a young man toward his destiny. |
Contributor Bio(s): Rottman, S. L.: - S.L. Rottman is a former teacher and the author of several young adult novels. A graduate of Colorado State University, Rottman lives in Colorado. |
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