Rookie Bookie

Rookie Bookie introduces Mitch Sloan, a seventh-grader who moves to Jonasburg, Indiana, and struggles to fit in. Using his impressive aptitude for math, money, and sports statistics, Mitch devises a plan to gain popularity by starting a football betting ring among his new classmates. While initially successful in making friends, Mitch soon realizes the serious implications of his actions as the operation spirals out of his control. This chapter book explores themes of belonging, friendship, ethical decision-making, and the consequences of risky behavior, making it a valuable read for discussions about peer pressure and integrity.