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Mateo always assumed he’d make the baseball team with his buddy Jason, but when only Jason makes the team, his mood sinks low. So low, he knows he has to do something about it. But what? What can he be good at? When Mateo wins free lessons, he discovers he’s pretty good at roller-skating. And it doesn’t hurt that the most beautiful girl he’s ever laid eyes on happens to be Roller City’s star skater. But still, roller-skating? No way can Jason find out Mateo is whirling around in girly skates—anybody halfway to cool would be hanging at a skate park, on boards or blades. Other issues stacked against him are the strong reservations of his mother who feels Mateo should be spending his time studying, not skating, and his inability to eat gluten—no more grabbing a pizza with the guys. Despite these conflicts, Mateo keeps his sense of humor and channels his innermost strength into an incredible ride on roller skates that just might take him all the way to regionals.
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  1. Reading age
    9 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    164 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    4 - 7
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Regal House Publishing
  7. Publication date
    September 1, 2018
  8. ISBN-10
    1947548107
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1947548107
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Marcia Strykowski works at a public library and is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She is also the author of Call Me Amy, chosen for Bank Street College of Education’s Best Books of 2013, and Amy’s Choice. Find out more about Marcia and her books at www.marciastrykowski.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Regal House Publishing (September 1, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 164 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1947548107
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1947548107
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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When she's not watching the wild waves of New England, Marcia works at a public library. Earlier, between earning her BS in Fine Arts and raising her children, she worked for seven years in textbook publishing. After numerous magazine and anthology contributions, "Call Me Amy" was her first novel. It was chosen for the 2013 Bank Street College of Education's Best Books list. "Amy's Choice" is the sequel. A third novel for tweens "Roller Boy" released in 2018. To learn more about the author and her books, please visit www.marciastrykowski.com.

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Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
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Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!Strykowski’s accurate insight into middle-grade drama is a gentle reminder of the importance of being yourself regardless your age, size, nationality, or interests. This book touches on diversity in a range of directions opening the door for dialogue.A disheartened Mateo finds another avenue of interest after he’s cut from the baseball team. He takes roller skating lessons and fears ridicule and reprisal for his new hobby. However, Mateo’s best lesson learned is not how to skate, but how to be happy as himself by accepting his individuality.Roller Boy by Marcia Strykowski portrays real-life examples of preteen challenges and the power of acceptance.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A middle school setback leads to triumph in the rink
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2019
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In Roller Boy, Strykowski explores how Mateo’s middle school setback (not making the baseball team) eventually leads to a triumph in the roller-skating rink. Mateo’s passion and skill develop naturally and realistically over the course of the novel. With roller-skating at its heart, Roller Boy presents an alternative to typical sports team success stories.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet, Fun Story
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A sweet & fun story. Great for middle-graders who experience challenges in friendship and acceptance.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic YA read!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2018
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I have been waiting for the release of Roller Boy, and as soon as I opened the package, I started reading. This book did not disappoint. Great, believable characters, a suspenseful plot and some great life lessons hidden in amongst the fun. I will be recommending this to all of my young friends.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't put it down.
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Super nice story which I unexpectedly couldn't put down until I got to the end. Highly recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Roll On Into a Book with Middle School Heart!
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2018
Any middle schooler who feels pangs of insecurity from time to time (and which one doesn't?), who worries about fitting in (again, did we say "middle schooler"?), or a need to make parents and friends proud of him or herself (hands in the air, anyone?) will find ROLLER BOY a delightful read. Award-winning author of many middle grade novels Marcia Strykowski skillfully weaves together a tale of Mateo ("Tomato"), a Hispanic young man trying to navigate the perilous waters of middle school and the bullies in the neighborhood and wanting to find acceptance and affirmation. Discovering an unlikely venue for his achievement, roller skating, Mateo grows in confidence and develops an ability to follow his dream, despite the bullies, the snarky competitors, and trying to be gluten-free in a pizza-filled, snack-saturated middle school world. Strykowski is pitch-perfect with Mateo's voice, and her insights into the mind of a thirteen-year-old boy are humorous and poignant, a tribute to her writing skill which is demonstrated in all of the believably-drawn characters. Her exciting and fluid descriptions of the skating scenes make one want to lace on a pair of skates and take to the roller rink. Young readers will be encouraged to have hope for their own dreams, despite having to deal all the angst that accompanies middle school existence. Wit, insight, and heart are paramount in this enjoyable read!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Life doesn't always turn out the way you want, but that doesn't mean it can't be pretty great
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2018
Roller Boy is a fun and heartwarming story about a young boy growing up and finding his place in his community. As a former skater, I loved dipping into this world of jumps, spins, and shoot-the-ducks. It brought back so many wonderful rink-side memories! As a librarian, I was happy to see a younger middle grade novel that will appeal to both boys and girls alike. Mateo is a funny, witty character readers will instantly relate to as he navigates normal thirteen-year-old problems like making friends, getting cut from the team, dealing with unfortunate nicknames and bullies on the block--even handling serious food allergies. The thing that really sets this book apart, though, is its heart. Mateo's journey from self-conscious benchwarmer to someone who's proud to call himself "Roller Boy" is remarkable. Kids will love this book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2019
Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
Strykowski’s accurate insight into middle-grade drama is a gentle reminder of the importance of being yourself regardless your age, size, nationality, or interests. This book touches on diversity in a range of directions opening the door for dialogue.
A disheartened Mateo finds another avenue of interest after he’s cut from the baseball team. He takes roller skating lessons and fears ridicule and reprisal for his new hobby. However, Mateo’s best lesson learned is not how to skate, but how to be happy as himself by accepting his individuality.
Roller Boy by Marcia Strykowski portrays real-life examples of preteen challenges and the power of acceptance.
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Sharon CassanoLochman
5.0 out of 5 stars Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2019
Marcia Strykowski’s Roller Boy is a middle grade must read!
Strykowski’s accurate insight into middle-grade drama is a gentle reminder of the importance of being yourself regardless your age, size, nationality, or interests. This book touches on diversity in a range of directions opening the door for dialogue.
A disheartened Mateo finds another avenue of interest after he’s cut from the baseball team. He takes roller skating lessons and fears ridicule and reprisal for his new hobby. However, Mateo’s best lesson learned is not how to skate, but how to be happy as himself by accepting his individuality.
Roller Boy by Marcia Strykowski portrays real-life examples of preteen challenges and the power of acceptance.
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BJ Norton
5.0 out of 5 stars Roller Boy is a must read!
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2018
Marcia Strykowski's third novel Roller Boy does not disappoint. A well written story of a young teen named Mateo Garcia who faces issues of bullying and prejudice and low self esteem. Strykowski's attention to detail of the competitive roller skating world is fascinating. This book is a great read and tool for middle readers who are trying to find their way in this challenging world. I highly recommend this book for the young and the young at heart!
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Julie Fulton
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and enjoyable read about learning to accept your individuality
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 24, 2019
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Mateo wants to be on the school baseball team, but it turns out he isn't good enough. When he wins free roller skating lessons he attends grudgingly, worried his friends (and enemies) will tease him. But Mateo is good at skating. Paired with Roller City's star skater, Hayley, he starts to have some confidence in himself. Strykowski touches on a range of diversities - Mateo is Hispanic, has celiac disease, uncontrollable hair, isn't very big and as such is an obvious target for the neighbourhood bullies. Through his skating development he manages to have the confidence to face his bullies and believe in himself - his transformation is beautifully written in Strykowski's flowing and exciting writing. I was thoroughly convinced by Mateo's journey from an insecure boy desperately wanting to be accepted to one who is happy to accept himself as he is - a proud Roller Boy. A skilfully written story with good life lessons woven into the fun!
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