THE SILVER BIKE is both the object of desire and the cause of great frustration for TRAVIS, a young, ambitious boy who is determined and clever. To acquire his "dream-bike," he faces personal, financial and social obstacles. Enjoy sharing Travis' struggles along the way and rejoice with his successes. As you read the story, use your imagination to picture what the characters look like and see what they are doing. Then, sketch those pictures on the blank illustration pages.