Just Kickin’ It
Just Kickin’ It by Julie Thompson is a high-readability novel published by Orca Book Publishers on February 11, 2025. This 88-page book is written in English and centers around Jesse, a young boy navigating life after the tragic loss of his parents. Living with his grandfather, Jesse faces financial challenges that hinder his desire to fit in at school, particularly when it comes to owning new sneakers. As summer unfolds, Jesse’s plans to save for new shoes are derailed when he must use his savings to cover a WiFi bill, leading him to rethink his priorities.
In this engaging story, readers will follow Jesse’s journey as he encounters Derick, a charismatic older teen who introduces him to alternative ways of achieving his goals. The narrative explores themes of friendship, social skills, and the complexities of growing up, making it relatable for young readers. This edition is designed for those who may struggle with reading or prefer shorter, accessible texts. Just Kickin’ It offers a thoughtful look at the challenges of adolescence and the decisions that shape one’s path.
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Jesse is a sneakerhead without the sneakers.
After his parents were killed in an accident three years ago, Jesse went to live with his grandfather, and it wasn’t long before the insurance money ran out. That meant no money for new threads or fresh kicks. Now with summer in swing, Jesse has been saving for new sneakers. He’ll finally be able to keep up with the rest of the kids at his school, especially his best friend, Tay Matthews, whose sneaker collection could be housed in a museum. But then his grandpa’s WiFi is cut off and Jesse has to hand over his savings to pay the bill. It looks like Jesse’s plan for new shoes is trashed. That’s until nineteen-year-old smooth-talking Derick rolls into town. With new threads and a fresh ride, Derick shows the boys there’s more than one way to get what you want. And Jesse must decide how much he is willing to pay.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
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