Cover of Offsides

Offsides

by Erik E. Esckilsen

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Tom Gray, a talented soccer player from the Mohawk Nation, faces a tough choice when he transfers to a new high school. Standing up against the disrespectful team mascot, he decides not to join the Warriors, sparking challenges on and off the field. His journey explores identity, courage, and the power of standing up for what’s right.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalSportsComing of AgeSocial JusticeFamily

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0618462848
Pages
172
Published
2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
43,338

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Mohawk Indians -- Juvenile fiction.Mohawk Indians -- Fiction.Indians of North America -- New York (State) -- Fiction.Moving, Household -- Fiction.High schools -- Fiction.Schools -- Fiction.Soccer -- Fiction.