War Games
Published: 2014
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"War Games" by Akila Couloumbis follows the journey of two brothers, Michael and Jacob, who navigate the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth amidst the backdrop of their competitive gaming environment. As they engage in intense online battles, their relationship is tested by jealousy, rivalry, and the struggle for identity. When real-life challenges arise, the brothers must confront their differences and learn the importance of teamwork and understanding. Through their shared passion for gaming, they discover not only their strengths but also the bonds that can bring them closer together, proving that the greatest victories come from unity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called Based On a True Stories .
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
This book was published in 2014 by Random House Books for Young Readers .
Audrey Couloumbis received a Newbery Honor for her first children's book, Getting Near to baby. She lives in South Fallsburg, NY.
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Horn Book Award
This book was recognised by the Horn Book Award. Presented annually since 1967 by the Boston Globe and Horn Book Magazine for excellence in childrens and young adult literature. This honour is granted in the three categories of Fiction and Poetry, Non-fiction, and Picture Book.
NCSS CBC Award - Notable Children's Book Social Studies
This book was recognised in the Notable Children's Book Social Studies category of the Ncss Cbc Award.
