53 pages • 1 hour read
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Slider by Pete Hautman follows a teenager named David who discovers his aptitude for competitive eating. As he navigates personal challenges, friendships, and family dynamics, David aims to prove himself in a high-stakes eating competition while learning important life lessons about responsibility and self-discovery.
Slider by Pete Hautman offers an engaging exploration of competitive eating and self-discovery. Positively received for its humor and relatable protagonist, it effectively balances lightheartedness with deeper family themes. However, some critics note a predictable plot and simplified character development. Overall, it delivers an entertaining and meaningful read for young audiences.
Readers who enjoyed the humor and heartfelt themes of Diary of a Wimpy Kid or The Lemonade War will appreciate Pete Hautman's Slider. Ideal for middle-grade readers who love competitive eating, sibling dynamics, and personal growth stories, offering a mix of relatable family dynamics and laugh-out-loud moments.
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Lexile Level
660LRealistic Fiction
Humor
Children's Literature
Food
Disability
Relationships: Family
Identity: Disability
Life/Time: Coming of Age