Sensei's Kid

As sensei, Luz Ito’s father runs a karate school in the U.S. It’s a tradition that has been in Luz’s family for generations, dating back to their days in Japan. But Luz feels her father focuses too much on the school and karate. Luz wants more out of life. Will she be able to explain this to her father? Can Mr. Ito accept his daughter’s choices?

12 Rounds is a powerful series for teen readers that goes beyond the action of combat sports to explore the personal battles young people face every day. From boxing and wrestling to martial arts, each standalone story follows a different teen dealing with pressure, relationships, identity, and tough choices both inside and outside the ring. As friendships are tested, confidence is shaken, and family expectations rise, these fast-paced stories show that every fight has consequences, and every round can change who you are.Each book is approximately 60 pages.

ISBN: 9781638896401
Format: Paperback
Grade Level: 9 to 12
Approx. Grade-Level Equivalent for Series: 1.0 to 1.5
Lexile Level: HL250L
Series Name: 12 Rounds

Key Words/ Themes: boxing, wrestling, mixed martial arts, Muay Thai, karate, kickboxing, sports, Fiction, Teen, Young Adult, Emergent Reader, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books