by JonnyZucker (Author)
AK is one of the best runners in his school and a shining athletics career beckons... until his dad's job uproots the family from Kenya to cold, wet London. Now AK has no friends, no coach, nowhere to run, and a school bully to handle. But when the bully's father, a washed-up runner, takes an interest in AK's training, it might make all the difference to AK. Can he patch together a new life in England - and can he start to win again? Nominated for the Portsmouth Children's Book Award, 2015, Running on a Patchwork of Earth is a compelling modern story of immigration, culture clash and the power of sport. Funny, exciting or a little bit spooky, Black Cats are fast-paced stories with short chapters and illustrations throughout - stepping stones to reading confidence.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 112
Edition: UK ed.
Publisher: A&C Black Childrens & Educational
Published: 10 Apr 2014
ISBN 10: 1472905342
ISBN 13: 9781472905345
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: A talented young Kenyan runner finds it hard to adapt to life in England. Can he form the friendships he needs, and find a way to keep running? Black Cats are compelling reads at a manageable length - stepping stones to reading confidence