Denzil is the only kid in the school without a pair of Rainbow Boots. So he
pretends hes waiting for a special handmade pair. As the lies pile up, what
will Denzil do when he cant pretend any more? School comedy.

Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired
Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping,
age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers aged 9+, at a
manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (7+). Produced in association
with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address
underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Review

a good build-up, bright dialogue and a superb twist Irish Examiner

About the Author

Chris Powling was editor of the childrens book magazine Books for Keeps from
1989-1996 when it won the Eleanor Farjeon Award for services to childrens
literature, has served on numerous prize panels and is consultant to a national
childrens book club. He has written more than sixty books for children
including The Mustang Machine, The Phantom Carwash, The Conker As Hard As A
Diamond and The Multi-Million Pound Mascot.