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In the summer of 1988, Chuck Bell—a thirteen‑year‑old boy with a dry sense of humor—finds himself spending the season with his grandparents in Washington, D.C. There, he is drawn into the world of jazz music and the fast‑paced excitement of basketball. As he practices on the neighborhood courts and listens to the stories of elder family members, Chuck learns about his own family’s past, blending humor, history, and the game of life into a vibrant, verse‑based narrative that explores family, cultural heritage, and the power of community.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports
Authors: Kwame Alexander
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