Walters, Eric. Juice.WALTERS, Eric. Juice. (Orca Soundings soundings Noun, pl 1. measurements of the depth of a river, lake, or sea 2. questions asked of someone in order to find out his or her opinion: .) Orca. 101p. c2005. 1-55143-351-6. $795. JS Another new entry in the Orca Soundings Series for reluctant readers, Juice will be a hit with fans of sports fiction. Michael the Moose Moose, river, Canada Moose, river, c.50 mi (80 km) long, formed in central Ont., Canada, by the Mattagami and Missinaibi rivers. It flows NE to its confluence with the Abitibi River and into SW James Bay near Moosonee. , given his nickname (1) An alternate name used to identify yourself in a chat room. (2) A shortcut for identifying a recipient in an e-mail address book. in grade school due to his hair that "stuck up like antlers antlers metaphorical decoration for deceived husband. [Western Folklore: Jobes, 395] See : Cuckoldry " and his big, clumsy body, lives up to his name as the star defensive player on his school's football team. His newfound new·found adj. Recently discovered: a newfound pastime. Adj. 1. newfound - newly discovered; "his newfound aggressiveness"; "Hudson pointed his ship down the coast of the newfound sea" and hard-earned role on the team has transformed him, and he believes he owes everything to Coach Reeves, who announces his retirement after winning the division championship. The new coach brings with him expensive equipment, a big reputation, promises, and a team of experts. Michael the Moose is named co-captain and he takes his leadership role seriously. He begins to live and breathe the team, and all that the new coach and his team of experts throw at him. When players, including the Moose himself, begin to bulk up quickly, some question the mystery ingredients in the shakes that are served up regularly. Moods change and rage runs through the locker-room. Moose eventually learns the truth, but is afraid to betray his coach, who assures him that the rumors For other uses, see Rumor (disambiguation). Rumors is a farcical play by Neil Simon. At its start, several affluent couples gather in the posh suburban residence of a couple for a dinner party celebrating their tenth anniversary. about steroid use are false. Michael the Moose learns what leadership is all about when the truth comes flooding out. A quick, well written and realistic read whose only flaw is that it could have been longer. Stephanie Squicciarini, Teen Svcs. Libn., Fairport PL, Fairport, NY J--Recommended for junior high school students. The contents are of particular interest to young adolescents and their teachers. S--Recommended for senior high school students. |
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