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Heat
(2006, Fiction - Sports, Written by Mike Lupica)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Engaging story about a pitching prodigy.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 9 and Up
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Heat
Parents need to know that there's not much to be concerned about here: some lying, though for good reasons; some dishonest actions, with lessons learned; and some products (including food brands) mentioned approvingly.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about Michael's situation. What would you do in his place? Why did he treat Ellie the way he did? Why does his pitching talent cause others to do so much for him? Also, were Justin's and his father's actions in any way justified?
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it- Lives in FloridaI rate this title on for age 8 and give it
I love this book.
I love this book so much. It relates to my life alot! I am very surprised that he would lie like that but it is for a good reason.
- Lives in MinnesotaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This is a must read book for anyone who loves intresting books!
This book is a great book about a kid named Michael Arroyo. He came on a boat with his father from Cuba. He loves the sport Baseball and it loves him. His father has died in May and now it's up to him and his brother to try to keep his secret. But in the middle of the book he has to get his birth certificate or else he can't play Baseball. I'm telling you read this book!
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
do not read
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
great book
i really liked this book i think it is a must read for any baseball fan or even any kid 8 and up
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