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Billy Slater 2: Banana Kick

By Billy Slater and Patrick Loughlin
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Billy Slater 2: Banana Kick is an exciting children's book that follows the adventures of young Billy as he navigates challenges on and off the rugby field. With a focus on teamwork, friendship, and perseverance, Billy faces new rivals and overcomes obstacles, all while learning valuable life lessons. The story blends sports action with engaging life experiences, making it a perfect read for young sports enthusiasts.
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This book may appeal to you if you're a young reader fascinated by sports, teamwork, and adventure. It's perfect for those who enjoy stories about determination, friendship, and the thrilling world of rugby league, all unfolded with the expertise and insight of a renowned athlete.

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A junior fiction series for boys about a local boys' rugby league team who get special coaching and advice from star NRL player Billy Slater.

Junior is the youngest player for the West Hill Ravens. He is also the biggest. Everyone on the team starts to call him Cannonball because, when he makes a bust, he's virtually unstoppable. Even though Junior is helping his team score more tries than ever, no one seems to be able to see past his size.

When team mentor, Billy Slater, sets the Ravens a challenge, Junior's bad feeling gets even worse. Will Billy be able to help Junior prove there is more to him than meets the eye?

Billy Slater 2: Banana Kick by Billy Slater and Patrick Loughlin will take you on an exciting journey in the world of junior rugby league.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857982667

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Nahum Ziersch

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 201.0mm

Weight: 138g

Pages: 144

Collections

Billy Slater Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Patrick Loughlin Penguin Books

About the Author

BILLY SLATER is a talent unlike any other in the world of rugby league. He is an Australian fullback who plays for the Melbourne Storm, Queensland Maroons and Australian Kangaroos. Also a dedicated family man, Billy has decided it is time to share what he has learnt on the field with Australia s next generation of players and get them reading! In his children s book series, Billy explores what is important to him family, teamwork, health and fun. NAHUM ZIERSCH was born and raised in the Clare Valley in South Australia. From a very young age he knew he wanted to draw for a living, surrounded by very artistic parents who encouraged and nurtured his passion. As a kid he would watch Astro Boy and stacks of other cartoons in his PJs, devour comics and draw his own imaginative worlds and characters. Nahum works as a freelance illustrator in Adelaide. While his main areas of work include editorial, advertising and educational illustrations, he still has a mad passion for creating quirky and expressive characters.

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