Surviving Middle School, One Cast at a Time: Through the Eyes of a 12-Year-Old Kid

What really goes on inside middle school?This heartfelt middle grade memoir offers far more than a typical basketball biography for kids. Written by a remarkable child author, Surviving Middle School, One Cast at a Time captures the real emotions, pressures, humor, and resilience that define middle school life today.Perfect book for ages 9–13, this engaging memoir follows a sports-loving twelve-year-old as he navigates injuries, academics, friendships, family expectations, and the ups and downs of growing up.Parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians will appreciate how naturally the book encourages perseverance, emotional strength, self-discipline, and confidence while remaining relatable and entertaining for young readers.Beneath the humor and basketball action is an inspiring story about overcoming setbacks, handling disappointment, and learning resilience during difficult moments.For readers searching for memoirs that middle grade students will genuinely connect with, middle school biography books that boys actually want to read, or uplifting middle grade memoirs about resilience and optimism, this book delivers an authentic and encouraging experience young readers will remember.Inspire the next generation with a story of growth, grit, and perseverance.*Note: Proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to the cause of fighting food allergies in children: FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) Read more