"Hands Down" is a character in the book "Maniac Magee" who is known for streaking through town with his arms extended and his palms down. His real name is John McNab, and he is one of the rival kids in the story.
In the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli, Hands Down is described as having dark brown skin.
In "Maniac Magee," Maniac and Hands Down engage in playful but competitive trash talk while playing against each other in a race or game. Some examples include Maniac calling Hands Down "mush-for-brains" and Hands Down referring to Maniac as "fishbelly." These insults are lighthearted and reflect the friendly rivalry between the two characters.
In the book "Maniac Magee," Hands Down lives in the West End of town. He is known for his skill in playing the game "hands" and for being a tough competitor. His character provides insight into the dynamics and tensions that exist between the East End and West End communities in the story.
Maniac Magee napped for two hours in the book "Maniac Magee."
"The Legendary Maniac Magee"
In the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli, Maniac Magee's brother was Jeffrey Magee, known as Maniac. He didn't have a brother. Instead, he lived with his parents and, after their deaths, he became an orphan.
Jerry Spinelli is the author of the novel "Maniac Magee".
Maniac Magee's favorite color was gray.
Amanda Beale bought Maniac Magee new sneakers in the book "Maniac Magee." She was impressed by his running abilities and wanted to support him in his running endeavors.
Maniac Magee leaves the Beale's house in Chapter 6 of the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli.
Maniac Magee's parents died in a car accident.
Jerry Spinelli is the author of the novel "Maniac Magee".