The Grizzly Games (Frankie's Magic Football, Book 11) by Frank Lampard - Ages 5+ - Paperback

Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780349132051. Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Age Range: Ages 5+. Overview. The Grizzly Games is Book 11 in the bestselling Frankie's Magic Football series by former England and Chelsea captain Frank Lampard. Frankie and his teammates are whisked through a magic football to the icy Canadian Rockies, where a sporting adventure quickly turns into a rescue mission. Packed with football action, fast-paced storytelling and a loyal rescue dog, this paperback is a brilliant pick for young sports fans who love a dash of magic with their match-day thrills.. About the Book. Frankie and his friends are always ready for a game of football - so when a mysterious tournament calls, the team jumps at the chance. But this competition comes with a twist: a portal whisks them away to the frozen Canadian Rockies, where they land with a splash in an icy river. Luckily, a giant, good-natured rescue dog is on hand to help them out of the water. When the team later returns the favour by saving the dog's owner, Danni, from a hungry grizzly bear, an unlikely friendship begins. The adventure doesn't end there - back home at school, something large and furry has followed the friends through the portal, and now Frankie and the gang must figure out how to get their new companion safely back to Canada, all while helping Danni win the tournament of her life. Written with short chapters, plenty of dialogue, The Grizzly Games keeps newly confident readers turning the pages. It combines Frank Lampard's genuine love of football with a fun, fantastical storyline that appeals to reluctant readers and football-mad kids alike, making it a great choice for bedtime reading, classroom reading corners, or as a stand-alone gift.. Fast-paced football action combined with an exciting magical adventure. Short chapters and accessible language, ideal for newly independent readers. Positive messages about friendship, teamwork and helping othe