Cheat

By: Kristin Butcher
Pages:112
Publisher:Orca Book Publishers
Series: Orca Currents
Themes:journalism, cheating, investigation, search for the truth, student reporter
Available:04/13/2021
Age Groups:Fiction Ages 9-12
Reading Level:2.8
Lexile:HL650L
ATOS:4.0

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Laurel, caught up in the thrill of an investigation, is willing to risk her reputation to get the story, but her ultimate discovery changes everything.

Laurel discovers her passion for investigative journalism when she writes an article for her school paper about a person experiencing homelessness who's been living at the school. Eager to write more articles with impact, she launches an investigation of a cheating scam at her high school. Laurel's efforts cause her classmates to turn against her. Nobody is interested in seeing her article go to print, not even her own brother.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Available in French as La triche.

"Short, quick chapters are propelled by frenetic action…True to life, this book does not offer a tidy, Pollyanna-ish conclusion; Laurel comes to learn from this experience a difficult lesson at a great expense. A speedy read."

– Kirkus Reviews

"Well suited to its intended audience…With its succinct text, short chapters, and emphasis on contemporary teen issues, Cheat should be popular with reluctant young adult readers….Recommended."

– CM: Canadian Review of Materials

"Butcher's portrayal of high school cheating is believable, with actual consequences...The pacing will keep reluctant readers hooked until the very end."

– School Library Journal (SLJ)

"A realistic portrayal of high school students' attitudes towards cheating…This is a well written narrative that will challenge readers to make a decision about what's right and what's wrong. Recommended."

– School Library Connection (SLC)

"It was easy to get caught up in this book—enough suspense to keep the story moving briskly along. A good hi-low read for teens."

– Puget Sound Council for Review of Children's Media

"Butcher offers an insightful look into the ethics and morals of high school students...The short book really lends itself to a good discussion."

– Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA) Top Forty

Library Media Connection Editor's Choice | 2011 | Commended

Pennsylvania School Librarians Association (PSLA) Top Forty | 2010 | Commended

Bank Street College of Education Children's Book Committee Best Children's Books of the Year | 2011 | Commended

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