The Finish Line

By Ayo Oyeku

When a bold young sprinter crosses the finish line, she stumbles into a magical kingdom--where courage, not speed, will carry her to victory.

The Finish Line is a heart-pounding middle grade fantasy perfect for fans of chapter books for 2nd graders, chapter books for 4th graders, and books for 8 year old girls. Mafoya has always been second-best--until she cheats her way to victory in a thrilling track and field race. But her triumph is short-lived when a whirlwind transports her to Musanga Kingdom, a magical world filled with talking animals, mystical kingdoms, and pulse-racing competitions.

In Musanga Kingdom, Mafoya must win three impossible races against cunning creatures--including a talking tortoise and a ruthless lion king--to find her way home. Along the way, she faces tough choices about honesty, friendship, and redemption. Will Mafoya cheat again to survive, or will she discover the true meaning of sportsmanship and integrity?

The Finish Line is ideal for readers searching for:
*realistic fiction books for kids 9-12
*sports books for kids 8-12
*girls books ages 8-10
*soccer books for kids 8-12
*basketball books for kids
*shadow play books for children
*book sets for kids age 8-10
*book for 8 year old girl
*book for 5 year old girl
*book for 6 year old girl
*teachers pick books for kids 9-12

If your child loves the magical adventures of Kate DiCamillo, the sports excitement of Jake Maddox and Matt Christopher, or the imaginative worlds of Amari and the Night Brothers and Dragons in a Bag, they'll be captivated by Mafoya's journey of self-discovery and redemption.

This story is more than just a sports book for kids--it's a celebration of honesty, second chances, and the courage to do what's right. With themes of sportsmanship, friendship, and magical realism, The Finish Line is a must-have for any collection of middle grade books or realistic fiction books for kids.

Can Mafoya outrun her past mistakes and find her way back home? Or will the secrets of Musanga Kingdom keep her trapped forever? Discover a world where every choice counts and second chances come with a price.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1957810181
• ISBN13: 9781957810188
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: Iskanchi Press
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.2" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7