Book Information
- Series: Formac First Novels
- Imprint: Formac Publishing Company Limited
- Publication Date: 1 January 1995
- Copyright Year: 1995
- ISBN: 9780887803147
- Page Count: 59
- Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
- Interest ages: 5-10
Purchasing Information
Video Rivals
by Sonia Sarfati
illustrated by Pierre Durand
translated by Sarah Cummins
Raphael is happy when Damian challenges him to a video game, even though he turns out to be a bad loser.
Raphael is happy when Damian challenges him to a video game, even though he turns out to be a bad loser. Raphael decides to enter the championship, but his video player mysteriously stops working. So he has to knit, play the piano and even braid his sister's hair to keep his fingers limber - and beat his rival once and for all!
About the Authors
Sonia Sarfati
SONIA SARFATI is an award-winning Quebec journalist and the author of several childrens books. She won the 1990 Alvine-Belisle prize for best children's book.'
Pierre Durand
PIERRE DURAND is a Montreal-based graphic designer, a well-known cartoonist and illustrator, and he loves video games.
Sarah Cummins
Reviews
"A lovely novel about friendship, resourcefulness and honesty."
The Echo-Express
Subjects (BISAC)
Similar Titles
-
Maddie Surfs for Cyber-Pals
Maddie has started to surf the net for new friends. But her family is worried because she's planning to meet a boy from among her cyber pals. Only Granny will understand and help her deal with finding a balance between exploring the world and staying safe.$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 6-9Lexile Reading Level: 460LRobyn Makes the News
Robyn is sure she is in big trouble with the school librarian. She published a school newspaper with a spelling mistake in the headline -- "Mr Lee Smells Foul."$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 6-9Lexile Reading Level: 460LThat's Enough, Maddie!
Maddie has quite a problem. Her whole family, her dad, her mum, her brothers, and the baby are getting on her nerves.$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 5-10Marilou, Iguana Hunter
Marilou will do anything she can to help her friend Boris find his pet iguana.$5.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 5-10
Scroll to Top





