About the book
In the third book of this highly illustrated middle grade series from the nationally syndicated cartoonist of “In the Bleachers,” Steve takes one for the benchwarmers to play his least favorite sport.
Perfect for fans of Timmy Failure and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, King of the Bench is an ode to teammates, underdogs, and benchwarmers everywhere.
Steve is King of the Bench. No brag. It’s just a fact. But this season, his soccer-loving pals Joey and Carlos—plus soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan—are dragging him off the bench to play for the Spiro T. Agnew JV soccer team, even though soccer doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
Will Steve’s epic and hilarious weekend at an away tournament leave him hating soccer more than ever? Or will he finally discover what all the kicking and screaming is about?
- King of the Bench: Steve Moore is a master benchwarmer. So when his friends draft him for the JV soccer team, he’ll have to trade his spot on the pine for a sport that doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
- A Hilarious Friendship Story: To save his friendship with soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan, Steve has to survive an away tournament, his own terrible foot-eye coordination, and even a surprise encounter with a skunk.
- Laugh-Out-Loud Humor: With a narrator who calls his lack of skill “Foot-Eye Dweeb-Itis,” this story is packed with on-field mishaps, hotel shenanigans, and disastrous plays.
- Highly Illustrated Chapter Book: Perfect for middle grade readers and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, with funny cartoons on nearly every page that bring the athletic comedy to life.
Editions of King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780062203342
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062203359
Read an Excerpt
In the third book of this highly illustrated middle grade series from the nationally syndicated cartoonist of “In the Bleachers,” Steve takes one for the benchwarmers to play his least favorite sport.
Perfect for fans of Timmy Failure and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, King of the Bench is an ode to teammates, underdogs, and benchwarmers everywhere.
Steve is King of the Bench. No brag. It’s just a fact. But this season, his soccer-loving pals Joey and Carlos—plus soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan—are dragging him off the bench to play for the Spiro T. Agnew JV soccer team, even though soccer doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
Will Steve’s epic and hilarious weekend at an away tournament leave him hating soccer more than ever? Or will he finally discover what all the kicking and screaming is about?
- King of the Bench: Steve Moore is a master benchwarmer. So when his friends draft him for the JV soccer team, he’ll have to trade his spot on the pine for a sport that doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
- A Hilarious Friendship Story: To save his friendship with soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan, Steve has to survive an away tournament, his own terrible foot-eye coordination, and even a surprise encounter with a skunk.
- Laugh-Out-Loud Humor: With a narrator who calls his lack of skill “Foot-Eye Dweeb-Itis,” this story is packed with on-field mishaps, hotel shenanigans, and disastrous plays.
- Highly Illustrated Chapter Book: Perfect for middle grade readers and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, with funny cartoons on nearly every page that bring the athletic comedy to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming about?
In the third book of this highly illustrated middle grade series from the nationally syndicated cartoonist of “In the Bleachers,” Steve takes one for the benchwarmers to play his least favorite sport.
Perfect for fans of Timmy Failure and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, King of the Bench is an ode to teammates, underdogs, and benchwarmers everywhere.
Steve is King of the Bench. No brag. It’s just a fact. But this season, his soccer-loving pals Joey and Carlos—plus soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan—are dragging him off the bench to play for the Spiro T. Agnew JV soccer team, even though soccer doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
Will Steve’s epic and hilarious weekend at an away tournament leave him hating soccer more than ever? Or will he finally discover what all the kicking and screaming is about?
- King of the Bench: Steve Moore is a master benchwarmer. So when his friends draft him for the JV soccer team, he’ll have to trade his spot on the pine for a sport that doesn’t exactly fry his burger.
- A Hilarious Friendship Story: To save his friendship with soccer superstar Becky O’Callahan, Steve has to survive an away tournament, his own terrible foot-eye coordination, and even a surprise encounter with a skunk.
- Laugh-Out-Loud Humor: With a narrator who calls his lack of skill “Foot-Eye Dweeb-Itis,” this story is packed with on-field mishaps, hotel shenanigans, and disastrous plays.
- Highly Illustrated Chapter Book: Perfect for middle grade readers and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, with funny cartoons on nearly every page that bring the athletic comedy to life.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Sports and outdoor recreation > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Winter sports > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Winter sports: Ice hockey
Where can I read a sample of King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062203342
Is King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series King of the Bench
Who is/are the Author/s of the book King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming?
Steve Moore
Who is the Publisher of the book King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
King of the Bench: Kicking & Screaming is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780062203342) and ebook(ISBN 9780062203359)
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