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Teacher Information

Curriculum:
Click here to access a copy of the curriculum that accompanies Crossover Dribble.
Lessons include reading, writing, math, physical education, science, and AG in the Classroom.

Contact the Author:
P.J. Farris is available to speak to local and state reading councils.  The email address is:  pjfarris@yahoo.com.
Do you or your students have questions about Crossover Dribble?  Have the class decide on three questions and send them to P.J. at pjfarris@yahoo.com.

Here’s what readers are saying about CROSSOVER DRIBBLE:
“This is a great book for readers who like sports, suspense, and humor. It is a great balance of all three. I couldn’t put this book down!”
-- Laurie Elish-Piper, Professor and Reading Clinic Director, Northern Illinois University

“A great story that takes basketball to its roots of rural life while teaching the rewards of hard work and determination. An excellent read for anyone involved in sports.”
-- Matthew Graves, Assistant Basketball Coach, Butler University

“Teen and preteen boys will especially love Crossover Dribble for its realistic and engaging narrative and its themes that are sure to capture their unique imaginations.”
-- William Brozo, Ph.D. and Author of To be a Boy, To be a Reader

“Strong male characters lead the reader quickly into thirteen-year-old Joe’s choices, decisions, and mistakes as he moves through life’s surprises and disappointments . . . I couldn’t stop reading!”
-- Mary Gardner, recipient of Illinois Reading Teacher of the Year Award

“PJ Farris’ descriptive writing takes you from the fields to the hoops with one smooth swish. Who doesn’t want to know how to BEEF their shots?”
-- Cyndi Giorgis, Professor, University of Nevada Las Vegas