Winners and Losers cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 3.5
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 4271
Points per Word 0.000234

Description

Mark can't believe his luck when Melissa takes an interest in him. However, Melissa is glamorous and beautiful, and Mark feels scruffy and boring in her presence. To impress her, he decides he needs a change of image, which leads him to sell some of his possessions. The story explores whether this transformation is worth it.

Quick Summary

This book captures the nerve-wracking thrill of having a crush and the lengths a teenager will go to win someone's attention. Kids will love watching Mark stumble through funny, embarrassing situations while trying to become someone Melissa might notice. If your kid loves John Green's funny coming-of-age stories or Sarah Dessen's sweet romances, they'll absolutely devour this short, relatable read. Perfect for middle and high schoolers in grades 6-10 who want a quick, feel-good story about crushes and finding confidence.