Grayson wanted Maniac to retrieve a football that had been confiscated by a local bully named McNab. Grayson believed that having the football back would give McNab a reason to talk to him, as they were both former football players in their youth.
Grayson wanted Maniac to teach him how to untie a knot and how to hit a baseball.
Grayson wanted Maniac Magee to teach him how to read, as he never learned how to read before. He was eager to learn and improve his literacy skills with Maniac's help.
In chapter 22, Grayson asks Maniac Magee why he doesn't have a family. Grayson is curious about Maniac's background and wants to understand why he is living on the streets.
Grayson's ability to untie a tight knot on Maniac Magee's shoes without removing them totally amazed him. Grayson's nimble fingers and skillful dexterity impressed Maniac Magee, showcasing Grayson's unique talents and kindness.
Maniac taught Grayson how to read and write, as well as exposing him to new experiences and perspectives. Through their friendship, Grayson's confidence and self-esteem grew, allowing him to rediscover his passion for baseball.
He cooked for Grayson because he was so happy Grayson learned how to read.
Maniac: Hey, where am I? Grayson: The band shell. Maniac: The band shell? Grayson In the back of the the Equipment room. Maniac: And you? Grayson: What about me? Maniac: Who are you?
Maniac means a lot to Grayson
Grayson wanted Maniac Magee to teach him how to read, as he never learned how to read before. He was eager to learn and improve his literacy skills with Maniac's help.
Grayson wanted Maniac to teach him how to untie a knot and how to hit a baseball.
Maniac Magee lives in a band shell with Grayson.
Grayson is a charactor that found Maniac Magee that found him at the zoo and let him live with him and gave him food.
After Grayson died Maniac goes to a park and sleeps there then he meets Russel and Piper
Because Grayson left maniac
because he down it like chocolate
Well he doesnt have a home and he doent want to get reminded of that
Grayson caught a football thrown by Maniac while riding a bicycle, impressing Maniac with his skill and coordination.