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Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica, New York Times bestselling author and former NFL player Tim Green tells a heartfelt and moving story about a deaf boy’s journey to change how others see him—both on and off the football field.
All Landon Dorch has ever wanted was to be like everyone else. But his deafness and the way he talks have been obstacles all his life. Other kids, and even adults, have never been able to look past his disability and see the real Landon. But now, he finally sees his chance to fit in. Bigger and taller than any other seventh grader in his new school, Landon plans to use his size as his biggest asset.
In Bronxville, football reigns supreme, and what could be better for a hopeful lineman desperate to gain friends beyond his fiery little sister? Still, the same speech problems and the cochlear implants that help him hear continue haunt him. At best, his new teammates keep their distance, and when football proves harder than he thought, the coaches encourage Landon to be their oversized water boy.
Just when it looks like Landon will be left out for good, Brett Bell—a star player whose family knows about being different—becomes an unlikely friend. And the whole Bell family pitches in to help Landon, even Brett's uncle, a New York Giants All-Pro tackle who shares some of his trade secrets. But in the end only Landon can fight his way off the bench and through a crowded field of bullies bent on seeing him forever left out.
From former NFL player and New York Times bestselling author Tim Green comes an action-packed story about one boy's journey to change how others see him—both on and off the field.
All Landon Dorch has ever wanted was to be like everyone else. But his deafness and the way he talks have been obstacles all his life. Other kids, and even adults, have never been able to look past his disability and see the real Landon. But now, he finally sees his chance to fit in. Bigger and taller than any other seventh grader in his new school, Landon plans to use his size as his biggest asset.
In Bronxville, football reigns supreme, and what could be better for a hopeful lineman desperate to gain friends beyond his fiery little sister? Still, the same speech problems and the cochlear implants that help him hear continue haunt him. At best, his new teammates keep their distance, and when football proves harder than he thought, the coaches encourage Landon to be their oversized water boy.
Just when it looks like Landon will be left out for good, Brett Bell—a star player whose family knows about being different—becomes an unlikely friend. And the whole Bell family pitches in to help Landon, even Brett's uncle, a New York Giants All-Pro tackle who shares some of his trade secrets. But in the end only Landon can fight his way off the bench and through a crowded field of bullies bent on seeing him forever left out.
From former NFL player and New York Times bestselling author Tim Green comes an action-packed story about one boy's journey to change how others see him—both on and off the field.
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First published September 27, 2016
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Tim Green
93 books732 followersTim Green, for many years a star defensive end with the Atlanta Falcons, is a man of many talents. He's the author of such gripping books for adults as the New York Times bestselling The Dark Side of the Game and a dozen suspense novels, including Exact Revenge and Kingdom Come. Tim graduated covaledictorian from Syracuse University and was a first-round NFL draft pick. He later earned his law degree with honors. Tim has worked as an NFL analyst for FOX Sports and as an NFL commentator for National Public Radio, among other broadcast experience. He lives with his wife, Illyssa, and their five children in upstate New York. Football Genius is his first novel for young readers. For more updates, visit www.facebook.com/authortimgreen
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September 22, 2017
I don't normally read sports fiction but the CI (Cochlear Implant) group I belong to on FB highly recommended this title. The main character, a huge kid who is deaf with CI's, wants badly to belong to a group, any group, and have friends, just like his beloved sister, a year younger, in the same grade, does. Landon decides since he is so big, that football is the answer when they move to a new town. Mom is a high powered executive, Dad writes unpublished stories. He does join the football team but discovers it is a lot harder than looking at You Tube videos made him think it was. He isn't too thrilled with the whole hit or be hit concept. More to the point, the main coach is pretty sure he is useless, and the coach himself is a bully as well as father to a kid on the team that is bullying Landon. His sister, who is a lot like their Mom in many ways, has no problem attacking a couple of boys twice her size when she hears them making fun of Landon. This ultimately makes it harder on Landon who is not used to controversy and really has just been sliding along through life trying to not be noticed and to fit in. She also keeps urging Landon to keep on trying on the football team and that he better not just give up. The mean coach has him basically be water boy. However, the star of the team and his dad, another, better coach under the bully coach, make friends with Landon and his family. Eventually all get resolved.
There is some pertinent stuff for deaf/hard of hearing people that others need to know about. The constant tension of always wondering what is being missed; the constant reminding of people that they need to face you for complete comprehension; the embarrassing situations that can occur when you can't hear; the desire to just slide by and not constantly have to remind people to include you; the constant underestimation of you because the speech is not perfect/is bad so people assume you aren't bright. There is probably more but those stuck out as the big universal issues to me. I've had the embarrassing moments and boy, am I not sharing! I've also had all the other issues happen to me on a fairly regular basis.
This likely should be required reading for kids who are in a magnet school that specializes in hard of hearing/deaf kids. It should also be handed out to any child who thinks it funny to make fun of unusually large kids or disabled kids. We badly need more books like this since hearing loss is often considered the invisible disability. There is a lot of misunderstanding out there about hearing impairment. Perhaps the most harmful is the assumption that someone isn't intelligent if they cannot hear or have poor speech. I've had that used against me and it hurts! Both emotionally, and in life situations.
There is some pertinent stuff for deaf/hard of hearing people that others need to know about. The constant tension of always wondering what is being missed; the constant reminding of people that they need to face you for complete comprehension; the embarrassing situations that can occur when you can't hear; the desire to just slide by and not constantly have to remind people to include you; the constant underestimation of you because the speech is not perfect/is bad so people assume you aren't bright. There is probably more but those stuck out as the big universal issues to me. I've had the embarrassing moments and boy, am I not sharing! I've also had all the other issues happen to me on a fairly regular basis.
This likely should be required reading for kids who are in a magnet school that specializes in hard of hearing/deaf kids. It should also be handed out to any child who thinks it funny to make fun of unusually large kids or disabled kids. We badly need more books like this since hearing loss is often considered the invisible disability. There is a lot of misunderstanding out there about hearing impairment. Perhaps the most harmful is the assumption that someone isn't intelligent if they cannot hear or have poor speech. I've had that used against me and it hurts! Both emotionally, and in life situations.
October 26, 2016
*won this book in a giveaway on exchange for an honest review*
Not gonna lie I went into this book with some pessimism...one it is based around a kid who wants to play American football. Not really my sport any more. Second it is a book written for 8-12 year olds.
The book was an amazing suprise...I love the main character Landon who is a deaf 7th grade student who loves football. He and his family move from Cleveland home of his beloved browns to New York to a huge football town. Landon persuades his parents to let him play.
None of this is extremely noteable. What is is that he is doing this without perfect hearing. He has cocliar implants that make him stick out among his peers along with his voice which is a tad off...he over comes many personal battles to become a member of the football team.
Not all of what the story has to offer but it's a slight taste...Now you will have to go buy it and read it yourself.
Not gonna lie I went into this book with some pessimism...one it is based around a kid who wants to play American football. Not really my sport any more. Second it is a book written for 8-12 year olds.
The book was an amazing suprise...I love the main character Landon who is a deaf 7th grade student who loves football. He and his family move from Cleveland home of his beloved browns to New York to a huge football town. Landon persuades his parents to let him play.
None of this is extremely noteable. What is is that he is doing this without perfect hearing. He has cocliar implants that make him stick out among his peers along with his voice which is a tad off...he over comes many personal battles to become a member of the football team.
Not all of what the story has to offer but it's a slight taste...Now you will have to go buy it and read it yourself.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 17, 2021
Pretty good not really the genre I like
July 22, 2016
I had the pleasure and privilege of reading this book in manuscript form. Thank you HarperCollins and the Green family. Tim is an amazing speaker who will long be remembered by my school staff and students. When the opportunity to read this arose, I jumped at the chance. Landon is a character you will have great sympathy for as well as feeling some anger at the bullies. Brett and his family show such amazing empathy toward Landon that you will wish you could join their ranks!! Beautiful characterization and each person in Landon's and in Brett's families is a study in themselves. You will enjoy this and want to read it aloud as it has wonderful discussion points imbedded in this story. I could not help but think of reading it as a comparison with El Deafo on the Great Stone Face list as the difficulties of a deaf person making friends and being respected is central to both books.
October 9, 2019
{Rated PG} I love Tim Green’s writing. His message and the lesson behind this story was loud and clear about dealing with bully’s, overcoming your obstacles, and never giving up when things get hard. I read this with my 11 year old son and we both loved it, but I think we liked it for very different reasons. Great read! I think every young kid (girl and boy) should read this book, even if they’re not into sports or football.
May 9, 2016
Left Out is an amazing book I believe every middle school student should read. Tim Green weaves together a realistic teenage world with a world of sports. Left Out follows Landon and his family as they move to a new town, a new school, and a new social situation. Landon is deaf and wears cochlear implants to hear and make sense of the world around him. Landon has faced bullying and judgment his whole life and it's no different in his new school and town. Luckily Landon has a fierce younger sister and loyal friends who believe in him and help him find his place in a new school and community.
Tim Green's writing captures the essence of what it means to be a teenager. At times, the events in this book took my breath away--I couldn't believe the injustice and unfairness of life. At other times I cheered because things finally worked out for characters I loved. The plot in this book is great, but I LOVED the characters. A fiercely-loving mother, a caring father, a shin-kicking sister, and a loyal friend are among the cast of characters who help Landon. These characters connected with me and made me see my life reflected in this book.
Tim Green's writing captures the essence of what it means to be a teenager. At times, the events in this book took my breath away--I couldn't believe the injustice and unfairness of life. At other times I cheered because things finally worked out for characters I loved. The plot in this book is great, but I LOVED the characters. A fiercely-loving mother, a caring father, a shin-kicking sister, and a loyal friend are among the cast of characters who help Landon. These characters connected with me and made me see my life reflected in this book.
October 8, 2019
This book shows how even people with disabilities can make the biggest impacts. This book helps people who are “different” show that everyone is unique in their own way. I really liked this book due to it’s theme. The theme is determination and Landon was determined to be a starter on the football team. This book is recommended to anyone who likes reading books that have the theme, determined.
May 3, 2021
This book is as riveting to listen to as the others on Epic Books for Kids. The main character wants to play football, but his parents want to protect him. Being deaf and having a cochlear implant seems to limit his chances, yet Landon is focused and willing to try. He does all the research necessary. Suprisingly he finds that the issue is not a medical one. It is the way others see him, the way others assume things about him, and the way he sees himself that must change. There are enough connections to his language needs to recognize that comprehension of verbal signals will be a complex issue that is not resolved by a special helmit that will protect his head. Landon has to educate those around him, his family, coach, and other players, before he can achieve his goal. I love when overcoming obstacles is the focus of children's stories as we all have obstacles, some medical, but most in how we interact with others we hardly know. Hopefully by putting this book in the library collections of upper elementary and middle school students we can broaden all of our worlds enough to recognize the value of listening, however we each manage that skill.
October 7, 2019
This book was written by a former NFL player so I was interested in the story as I like watching football, although I have never played in an organized way. I was surprised that the main character in the book is deaf, this made me wonder if the author is deaf. Sadly, I learned that Tim Green is battling ALS, or Lou Gerhig's disease. Landon Dorch is a lineman who hopes to make the football team in Bronxville. The one thing holding Landon back from this goal is thr fact that he is deaf and due to being deaf his speech and the way he talks make him stand out instead of fit in. However, physically, Landon is the biggest seventh grader and player on the team. The teammates keep their distance at first and the coach even suggests that he could be the "water boy". Landon is determined not to be Left Out. The star player on the team, a boy named Brett, chooses to get to know Landon and support him. Brett's family also joins in on the support, and Bretts uncle is a former NFL player who shares secrets of the game with Landon. Landon realizes that football is extremely hard, but he is ready for the challenge as he has spent his whole life being challenged due to being deaf. Some parts of the book are sad, and there is bullying that goes on, but these things are really happening to kids today so I thought it was good that the book talked about these issues. I would trecommend this book to anyone that enjoys football or anyone trying to find a way to fit in and not be left out.
February 5, 2021
Left Out is about never giving up, never letting anyone tell you your not good enough or you cant do....it touches on bullying and the pain behind it. Landons character is based off of two young men, who are deaf, and their struggles. Being different is not bad and the world needs to own that! Quick read. good for 5th- 12th grades. although I see more middle school.
January 20, 2018
I went into the book with low expectations, expecting a full on football book. It ended up being a LOT better than expected. All of the characters went through major character development, and I really loved the element of Landon - the main character - being deaf. I rate it a 4/5 stars, only taking away one star because of my lack of enjoying the football terms. Overall I did enjoy this book.
February 28, 2019
I think Left Out was a great book if you are a young adult. The book made it clear how not giving up can lead to good things. Hard work and determination will make you succeed. It was a amazing book. If you play football you can definitly relate to it.
August 29, 2017
In the book left out a sports novel by, Tim Green it was about never giving up, and working hard. The book is about a boy named Landon who has moved in a new town and is trying to fit in. He loves to watch football and is excited to try it out for the first time in a new town called that he has moved to. It is nerve racking to start a new sport, in a new town, when you are overweight and have cochlear implants to help you hear none of it make it any easier for Landon to play the game he dreams of playing.
Landon's family does everything in their power to help Landon succeed in what he loves. Landon wants to become the best lineman on the team but doesn't know how the tough football really is. Landon makes friends with the star lineman on his football team. But it still doesn't mean Landon will stay on the team. So will Landon become an oversized waterboy? Will he become Left out?
Landon's family does everything in their power to help Landon succeed in what he loves. Landon wants to become the best lineman on the team but doesn't know how the tough football really is. Landon makes friends with the star lineman on his football team. But it still doesn't mean Landon will stay on the team. So will Landon become an oversized waterboy? Will he become Left out?
October 18, 2018
A good book, was good to read about landon and his adventure in football
March 21, 2019
The book was well written but the ending was awful.
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May 18, 2020I think the theme of this is that you can do anything you put your mind to.
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October 9, 2019Left Out by Tim Green is a good realistic fiction story based on a true story about a 12 year old in seventh grade who is deaf. He joins a team of seventh graders and they pick on him about being deaf and how weird he talks. He eventually gives up and becomes the water boy but, Brett Bell encourages him along with his sister Geniveve, his mom, his dad and a girl he likes. They help him with facing the other kids but, only he could make everybody respects him. When Brett’s dad becomes the new head coach he will finally get his chance to be respected. He finally gets respect when the QB compliments him and he finally gets respect. I recommend this to middle school students who like sports and complaining about stuff like not fitting in. This amazing book will teach you to never give up on your dreams.
December 12, 2019
In my opinion this was a very good book, I do not like to read much but when I read this I truly enjoyed it. It shows you to never give up because a kid like Landon who they say is not in great shape can become a pretty good football player and gets picked on and bullied by his peers and he never let that get in his way. So overall you should read this book and if you do youll be glad.
February 1, 2017
"That's what third string was, basically. Left out."
Landon's family is moving from Cleveland to Bronxville, NY for his mother's job. And Landon is going to change his life. For the first time, he has convinced his mom that he can play football, despite his cochlear implants. Both his Dad and sister, Genevieve, support Landon in his decision. Landon and Genevieve, though a year apart, are in the same class at school because Landon started late. But she's a fighter who is always in Landon's corner. She's good at sports and making friends. Almost immediately, she starts hanging out with Megan and Katy, two of the more popular girls in the new school they will be attending. Megan's boyfriend is Skip, the quarterback of the football team, so Landon's hoping that he might help get Landon started.
Landon has had his share of bullying because he sounds different when he talks. But he feels like on the football field he can be a part of something. "That's all he wanted: to be, at long last, one of the many." But as the first practice starts, things don't go as Landon had hoped. The coaches don't seem to know what to do with him. He's really big, but has never played in his life. And the fact that he doesn't hear as well seems to be a problem for them, too.
When they start contact drills, Landon isn't quite sure what to do and starts to pull away. Maybe this was a mistake. Maybe his mom's idea of being water boy isn't such a bad idea. At least he's doing something to help the team. But Genevieve wants him to stand up for himself. "Pain is temporary, Landon, but quitting? Quitting is forever."
And, just like always, some of the players are treating Landon badly, including Skip. But Bret Bell is a different story. He's a popular lineman, whose Dad is one of the coaches and whose uncle is a pro football player. He seems to like Landon and treats him like a friend. His father has always told him: "... a real leader treats everyone on the team the same. The best player or the ... the not-best player."
Landon's family is moving from Cleveland to Bronxville, NY for his mother's job. And Landon is going to change his life. For the first time, he has convinced his mom that he can play football, despite his cochlear implants. Both his Dad and sister, Genevieve, support Landon in his decision. Landon and Genevieve, though a year apart, are in the same class at school because Landon started late. But she's a fighter who is always in Landon's corner. She's good at sports and making friends. Almost immediately, she starts hanging out with Megan and Katy, two of the more popular girls in the new school they will be attending. Megan's boyfriend is Skip, the quarterback of the football team, so Landon's hoping that he might help get Landon started.
Landon has had his share of bullying because he sounds different when he talks. But he feels like on the football field he can be a part of something. "That's all he wanted: to be, at long last, one of the many." But as the first practice starts, things don't go as Landon had hoped. The coaches don't seem to know what to do with him. He's really big, but has never played in his life. And the fact that he doesn't hear as well seems to be a problem for them, too.
When they start contact drills, Landon isn't quite sure what to do and starts to pull away. Maybe this was a mistake. Maybe his mom's idea of being water boy isn't such a bad idea. At least he's doing something to help the team. But Genevieve wants him to stand up for himself. "Pain is temporary, Landon, but quitting? Quitting is forever."
And, just like always, some of the players are treating Landon badly, including Skip. But Bret Bell is a different story. He's a popular lineman, whose Dad is one of the coaches and whose uncle is a pro football player. He seems to like Landon and treats him like a friend. His father has always told him: "... a real leader treats everyone on the team the same. The best player or the ... the not-best player."
January 4, 2018
Personal Review
I really enjoyed the book Left Out by Tim Green. It was a very motivating book that shows you you can do a lot of stuff you put your mind to. Landon, who is the main character, never gives up on his dream of playing football. Even though there are a ton of obstacles to overcome, he does it and becomes an important player on the team. Landon is also involved in a lot of drama throughout the book, but his little sister is always right there by his side to help him.
Plot Summary
The book starts with Landon and his family living in Cleveland. Landon's mom then gets a new job and they move to the New York area. Landon finally convinces his mom to let him play football. The only problem is he isn't that good, and he almost gets forced into being the waterboy. The popular guys on the team don't like Landon and always pick on him. Brett then befriends Landon and takes him to a lot of fun parties with his uncle who is an NFL player, named Jonathon Wagner. Wagner comes to a practice and helps Landon practice, and the coaches realize Landon is actually really good. Landon ends up being the star of the team the rest of the season.
Characterization
Landon's character develops a lot throughout the book. He starts off as a kid who will just let anyone pick on him. Landon is constantly made fun of because of his weight, and he doesn't do anything about it. With the help of Brett and his uncle, they turn Landon into a really good football player. This also changes his character a little bit as now he doesn't let anyone pick on him and is respected by all the players.
Recommendation
I would recommend this book to a lot of people. I would recommend it to anyone who plays football because this can show you how a lot is achievable if you just work hard for it. I would also recommend it to anyone that might get picked on a lot because this shows you you can change it.
I really enjoyed the book Left Out by Tim Green. It was a very motivating book that shows you you can do a lot of stuff you put your mind to. Landon, who is the main character, never gives up on his dream of playing football. Even though there are a ton of obstacles to overcome, he does it and becomes an important player on the team. Landon is also involved in a lot of drama throughout the book, but his little sister is always right there by his side to help him.
Plot Summary
The book starts with Landon and his family living in Cleveland. Landon's mom then gets a new job and they move to the New York area. Landon finally convinces his mom to let him play football. The only problem is he isn't that good, and he almost gets forced into being the waterboy. The popular guys on the team don't like Landon and always pick on him. Brett then befriends Landon and takes him to a lot of fun parties with his uncle who is an NFL player, named Jonathon Wagner. Wagner comes to a practice and helps Landon practice, and the coaches realize Landon is actually really good. Landon ends up being the star of the team the rest of the season.
Characterization
Landon's character develops a lot throughout the book. He starts off as a kid who will just let anyone pick on him. Landon is constantly made fun of because of his weight, and he doesn't do anything about it. With the help of Brett and his uncle, they turn Landon into a really good football player. This also changes his character a little bit as now he doesn't let anyone pick on him and is respected by all the players.
Recommendation
I would recommend this book to a lot of people. I would recommend it to anyone who plays football because this can show you how a lot is achievable if you just work hard for it. I would also recommend it to anyone that might get picked on a lot because this shows you you can change it.
September 29, 2016
Left Out has a powerful message that needs to be heard by every student in America! Teachers, look no further for a must read classroom novel set. Left Out reminds us all of how important our actions are. Being a true friend, helping others, and most importantly that you need to be you are just a few of the amazing themes that run through this novel. Tim Green has masterfully touched on emotions that all readers will connect with. I’m planning on buying a classroom set to add to my curriculum for the coming school year. Do yourself a favor and add this to your must read list!
October 9, 2019
“Left out by Tim Green” Honestly it was my favorite book of all the books I ever read it was so interesting on how London was deaf and was in the same grade as his sisters he always watch football and was always wanting to play. For London it was hard cause kids would bully him. Then he ended up joining the football team he wasn’t good so they would laugh at him. Even the coach he was put on bench to serve water at the end. He was happy but then on the last game he ended up playing now the bully’s were his best friends.
This book was challenging and took along time to read.
This book was challenging and took along time to read.
September 26, 2016
Love, love, love! Go out and read this book!!
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December 2, 2016Lexile: 800
AR Level: 4.9
AR points: 10
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AR Level: 4.9
AR points: 10
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January 17, 2017
Liked this book a lot! Once again, Tim had me cheering on Landon, from water boy to right tackle.
December 2, 2019
“Landon wondered if he’d ever get respect like that. Or any respect at all.” In the story by Tim Green, “Left Out”, Landon fights for a place in the world despite his disabilities. Landon was born deaf and has trouble speaking clearly. As a result, many people look at just that fact, they do not try and see who Landon really is. Despite what other people may think, Landon’s dream is to play football. When a chance comes around to join his middle school’s football team, he takes it, not at all realizing what might ensue. Many of his teammates and coaches give him no respect. He is also teased and put down for what he cannot help. He starts doubting himself and basically gives up. He is then given the position of water boy. Landon starts believing that this is as far as he was going to make it. That was until Brett Bell, star of their team, came along. Brett, his father, and his uncle (who plays in the NFL for the Giants) see Landon for who he really is. Landon starts to get better and gain more respect. However, he cannot rely on them forever. It is Landon who has to decide who he really is and what he really wants.
In this book, “Left Out”, the character development is really clear and well written. Readers will feel like the events happening to the characters are also happening to them. The characters seem like real people; not fictional characters. The author, Tim Green, really brings them to life. For example, when Landon finally makes a friend, readers will feel happy and relieved because they feel like they are in or part of the story. Tim Green makes it so readers feel and experience what other characters are. The clear character development allows reading the book to be so much more enjoyable and easier to understand the authors point.
The imagery in this story is very well written and gives the story a new depth. Readers can clearly picture the setting and characters while reading this book.The imagery puts this story in a whole new level and makes the reading experience more enjoyable. For example, page 49 says, “Katy’s short hair was straight with bangs and so blond it was nearly white. Megan had dark, wavy hair pulled back by a band across the top of her head. They both wore shorts and colorful Polo shirts with Tevas on their feet.” This shows that the imagery in this story really does put a picture in readers’ heads and makes them feel like they are in the moment.
I would definitely recommend the book “Left Out”. I give it five out of five stars. It has very well-written imagery and character development. It also contains a very interesting plot that anyone can get hooked on. I would recommend this book to all ages.
In this book, “Left Out”, the character development is really clear and well written. Readers will feel like the events happening to the characters are also happening to them. The characters seem like real people; not fictional characters. The author, Tim Green, really brings them to life. For example, when Landon finally makes a friend, readers will feel happy and relieved because they feel like they are in or part of the story. Tim Green makes it so readers feel and experience what other characters are. The clear character development allows reading the book to be so much more enjoyable and easier to understand the authors point.
The imagery in this story is very well written and gives the story a new depth. Readers can clearly picture the setting and characters while reading this book.The imagery puts this story in a whole new level and makes the reading experience more enjoyable. For example, page 49 says, “Katy’s short hair was straight with bangs and so blond it was nearly white. Megan had dark, wavy hair pulled back by a band across the top of her head. They both wore shorts and colorful Polo shirts with Tevas on their feet.” This shows that the imagery in this story really does put a picture in readers’ heads and makes them feel like they are in the moment.
I would definitely recommend the book “Left Out”. I give it five out of five stars. It has very well-written imagery and character development. It also contains a very interesting plot that anyone can get hooked on. I would recommend this book to all ages.
December 13, 2017
In the book left out the main character Landon has huge character change. In the beginning of the story Landon was soft he wasn’t aggressive he wasn’t threatening. Then he wanted to join football because of his size. After he played there for a couple of weeks people on the team started bulling him because of his size and how bad he was. Then this one day this kid names Brett invited him to see his uncle who is a professional football lineman like Landon. Eventually he went to one of there’re practices to see his they were doing just to notice that Landon wasn’t a starter. This got him mad so he worked with Landon for 30 minutes and the first thing he told Landon was to get angry and the first thing that came to his mind was I can’t do this. When he got on the line he tried a couple of plays and the defensive lineman was picking on his. This is what got him to reach inside of himself and get angry and in that play he hit the guy so hard he flying to the ground and then hit another guy to the ground with made the coach impressed. A few days later those same kids that bullied him took a picture of him when me was using the bathroom and his sister cam in and stole the phone. But then the bullies grabbed his sister and that is when Landon snapped he ran out of the stall and slammed one of the kids into the lockers and then choke held the other two kids and slammed them into the ground. And now there first football game started and Landon was destroying the other team he was recovering fumbles he was blocking well and he was getting sacks for huge losses of yards. So all in all in the beginning of the story Landon was soft and not aggressive and at the end of the story he was scary ages sieve and the defensive and offensive line feared him.
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May 4, 2024
Okay, I know nothing about football...butt this books was so good!
Characters:
I could sympathize with Landon in the fact that I'm more likely to act like something didn't happen then face it head on. I don't like confrontation. I loved that about him! And he was so sweet! You don't see that a lot in the football movies anyway...I don't know about books...lol...
Genevieve! I loved her feisty side! she was such a great sister and their sibling relationship was so great!
Their parents were fun!
Brett was awesome! Such a nice guy!
Megan was a sweetie!
Jonathan cracked me up!
And some other characters were jerks but you know...to be expected.
Themes:
Learning that no matter what you look like or are dealing with you have worth. Every person has worthy and feelings and just because someone looks or sounds different doesn't give you permission to run over them.
And sometimes we have to stand up for ourselves because we have to realize how valuable we as a person are.
Language:
N/A
Romance:
Side characters...no kissing though. Mention of a character being called. Peeping Tom, but it's not true.
Overall:
This was a great book about a deaf football player. I enjoyed the story and considering things I'd never thought about like what cochlear would look like and how people might react to it. How isolated people can feel even if we aren't talking to them because we're afraid or won't know what to say.
It was really good...and I think everyone, especially those in public schools, should read it.
The two things I'd like to know...did they win the game? And does Nodnal get to keep his name?
Also, Forrest, Landon's dad is a writer and I need his book, please, and thank you!
Recommend ages 10+
Characters:
I could sympathize with Landon in the fact that I'm more likely to act like something didn't happen then face it head on. I don't like confrontation. I loved that about him! And he was so sweet! You don't see that a lot in the football movies anyway...I don't know about books...lol...
Genevieve! I loved her feisty side! she was such a great sister and their sibling relationship was so great!
Their parents were fun!
Brett was awesome! Such a nice guy!
Megan was a sweetie!
Jonathan cracked me up!
And some other characters were jerks but you know...to be expected.
Themes:
Learning that no matter what you look like or are dealing with you have worth. Every person has worthy and feelings and just because someone looks or sounds different doesn't give you permission to run over them.
And sometimes we have to stand up for ourselves because we have to realize how valuable we as a person are.
Language:
N/A
Romance:
Side characters...no kissing though. Mention of a character being called. Peeping Tom, but it's not true.
Overall:
This was a great book about a deaf football player. I enjoyed the story and considering things I'd never thought about like what cochlear would look like and how people might react to it. How isolated people can feel even if we aren't talking to them because we're afraid or won't know what to say.
It was really good...and I think everyone, especially those in public schools, should read it.
The two things I'd like to know...did they win the game? And does Nodnal get to keep his name?
Also, Forrest, Landon's dad is a writer and I need his book, please, and thank you!
Recommend ages 10+
January 9, 2019
When I was growing up in the late 70s and early 80s, the main characters in the books I read were almost always white, straight, and able-bodied. There was no such thing as diversity back then. I just had to accept the fact that I would never see anyone like me represented in novels. I'm very happy to see how much has changed in the decades since. School-aged kids today have so many more choices and are presented with so much more diversity. That's a truly wonderful thing.
That brings me to my review of this book by former NFL player Tim Green. In this book, his main character is deaf and wears cochlear implants. He is also larger in size than his peers, awkward in his body, and a bit defeated due to past treatment from other students. With a move to a new town, Landon Dorch believes he has an opportunity to start over and join the football team, his favorite sport. This proves to be more challenging for him due to coaches, teammates, peers, and the principal. Giving him some relief from all the negativity and bullying is his family especially his younger sister and several new friends who see past Landon's hearing issues.
Green has written a novel that allows a young boy with a disability to be the center of the story without sugarcoating the story or making it overly sentimental or saccharine. There is a joy in seeing this character come into his own and triumph. I am sure all of my students will enjoy this book whether or not they like or love football. There is so much more to the story than that one aspect. Going into my classroom library for sure!
That brings me to my review of this book by former NFL player Tim Green. In this book, his main character is deaf and wears cochlear implants. He is also larger in size than his peers, awkward in his body, and a bit defeated due to past treatment from other students. With a move to a new town, Landon Dorch believes he has an opportunity to start over and join the football team, his favorite sport. This proves to be more challenging for him due to coaches, teammates, peers, and the principal. Giving him some relief from all the negativity and bullying is his family especially his younger sister and several new friends who see past Landon's hearing issues.
Green has written a novel that allows a young boy with a disability to be the center of the story without sugarcoating the story or making it overly sentimental or saccharine. There is a joy in seeing this character come into his own and triumph. I am sure all of my students will enjoy this book whether or not they like or love football. There is so much more to the story than that one aspect. Going into my classroom library for sure!
March 11, 2020
choice book #4 quarter 3
Left out written by Tim Green is a realistic fiction book
Left out takes place in a place called Bronxville
The main character in the book is Landon. Landon was born deaf and wears hearing aids to help him hear. throughout his life he had trouble speaking and was referred to as one of the special kids. His mom held him back one year so he has to go to school with his sister. also, he is one of the bigger kids so he wants to play football.
The main conflict is that Landon wants to play football but lacks confidence and has no background. His coaches also don't really respect him because of his hearing problems. Also, kids make fun of him. This story is person vs society because it explains how this society treats the "special kids".
The author believes that if you pick the right friends there will be good consequences but if you pick bad friends there will be bad consequences.
1. Landon chose to be friends with brett who is a nice guy and he helps Landon throughout the story
2. Landon tried to be friends with Skip but he is a bad kid and beat landon up on the first day of school
3. one of landons sisters friends posted a mean name of landon on social media because he accidentaly walked into her sisters room while changing.
I enjoyed the book because it had something to do with sports. This book did feel complete because the problems were resolved. This book compares to some of the other books that Tim Green has wrote. I wouldn't have done anything different because it felt really complete.
Left out written by Tim Green is a realistic fiction book
Left out takes place in a place called Bronxville
The main character in the book is Landon. Landon was born deaf and wears hearing aids to help him hear. throughout his life he had trouble speaking and was referred to as one of the special kids. His mom held him back one year so he has to go to school with his sister. also, he is one of the bigger kids so he wants to play football.
The main conflict is that Landon wants to play football but lacks confidence and has no background. His coaches also don't really respect him because of his hearing problems. Also, kids make fun of him. This story is person vs society because it explains how this society treats the "special kids".
The author believes that if you pick the right friends there will be good consequences but if you pick bad friends there will be bad consequences.
1. Landon chose to be friends with brett who is a nice guy and he helps Landon throughout the story
2. Landon tried to be friends with Skip but he is a bad kid and beat landon up on the first day of school
3. one of landons sisters friends posted a mean name of landon on social media because he accidentaly walked into her sisters room while changing.
I enjoyed the book because it had something to do with sports. This book did feel complete because the problems were resolved. This book compares to some of the other books that Tim Green has wrote. I wouldn't have done anything different because it felt really complete.
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