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The Champ: The Champ 1

By Anh Do
Series: THE CHAMP
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The Champ: The Champ 1 by Anh Do follows the story of a young boy with big dreams of becoming a champion boxer. As he trains and faces various challenges, both in and out of the ring, he discovers valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and self-belief. Set in the colourful world of children's ambition and determination, it blends humour and heart for an engaging read.
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You might enjoy this book if you love exciting stories about determination and sports. Aimed at children, it blends humour and heart as it follows the journey of a young boxer navigating challenges both in and out of the ring. This book may appeal to kids who enjoy tales of perseverance and family support.

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From spectator to superstar, that's The Champ! A brilliant new series from number one bestselling author Anh Do.

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Summer loves sport. She would love to charge down the field towards an open goal, or soar through the air over the basket. She would love to be part of a team. But instead she always seems to be the last one picked.

That is until the day her life changes forever... Until the day Summer becomes THE CHAMP.

But even the Champ will have her work cut out for her if she is going to keep her brother, her best friend and her whole town safe from the dastardly plans of the wicked Librarian...

Series: THE CHAMP

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    Summer used to always be picked last for a sports team, but one day her life changed forever. Now she has the skills of the greatest sports stars who ever lived. Now she is The Champ! When everyone's favourite rock band is kidnapped by the mysterious Book Witch, it's up to Summer and her sidekick Ice-Cream Boy to save the...
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  • The Champ: The Champ 1
    Summer loves sport. She would love to charge down the field towards an open goal, or soar through the air over the basket. She would love to be part of a team. But instead she always seems to be the last one picked.That is until the day her life changes forever... Until the day Summer becomes THE CHAMP.But even the...
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  • The Champ Three Book Box Set
    From spectator to superstar... Summer was just ordinary girl, until the day her life changed forever. Now she has the skills of the greatest sports stars who ever lived, and a secret identity to match. Now she is the Champ! From the mega-bestselling author of Wolf Girl and Ninja Kid, this box set includes: The Champ: The Champ 1 Rock...
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    Summer was an ordinary girl, until the day her life changed forever. Now she has superpowers, and a secret identity to match. Now she is the Champ!But when the Book Witch and her army of Werewolf Warriorz threaten to ruin the Rockstone Autumn Fair, Summer's powers are put to the test. Will she be able to save the day, and...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760526870

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Dave Atze
  • Illustrated by Dave Atze

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 193g

Pages: 208

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Anh Do Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: THE CHAMP Young Adult

About the Author

Anh Do is one of Australia's best-loved storytellers. His series, including Wolf Girl, Pow Pow Pig and WeirDo are adored by millions of kids around the country.

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