(4) 4-6 Illustrated by Victoria Jamieson. Sidelined by his latest concussion, football star Zane Braycott applies his love of strategy and competition to the third round of Gollywhopper Games, navigating puzzles as well as new friendships. Feldman's knack for leading readers through her diverse characters' solutions without losing their interest carries the narrative, which is unfortunately slowed by a conspiracy subplot involving competing toy companies.

Reviewer: Hannah Rodgers Barnaby

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Victoria Jamieson. Twelve-year-old Cameron Schein is desperate to compete in the second Gollywhopper Games, and he gets his wish. But so does his older brother. With expert pacing and high-stakes tension, Feldman leads her diverse ensemble cast through a range of puzzles and challenges that will engage readers and keep them guessing about just how far Cameron's abilities can take him in the contest.

Reviewer: Hannah Rodgers Barnaby

(3) 4-6 Goofily clever Travis struggles over puzzles and tasks that may get him into The Legend, a secret school club. Who is actually in The Legend and whether they're initiating him or getting him in trouble are just a couple of the story's intriguing mysteries. This engaging, smart, and funny middle-school adventure is narrated in Travis's authentic-sounding voice.

Reviewer: Betsy Murray

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Victoria Jamieson. Gil Goodson has three things to prove: he's smart and athletic, and he's not the son of a crook. He enters the Gollywhopper Games, a contest of wits and agility sponsored by the huge toy company that accused his father of embezzlement. Readers will enjoy the light adventure, engaging characters, and descriptions of toys. Black-and-white illustrations accompany each chapter.

Reviewer: Becky Levine