The Tryout: A Graphic Novel
The Tryout: A Graphic Novel
Christina Soontornvat
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ISBN: 9781338741261
Publisher: Graphix
Publication Date: 9/6/22
Binding: Paperback
Age Range: -12
Grade Range: 03-07
Series: ,
Pages:
Language: English
BISAC: Juvenile Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, General, Sports & Recreation, Cheerleading, Social Themes, Friendship, Prejudice, Racism & Colorism, Asian American & Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern & Arab American
Related Subjects: Friendship, Cartoons and comics, School comics, Graphic novels, Best friends, Friendship in children, Racism in schools, Cheerleading, Middle schools, Schools, Thai Americans, and Iranian Americans
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Could anything be more mortifying than trying out for cheerleader in front of your whole grade? This hilarious, highly relatable story will make you laugh, cry, and cheer! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.
An Instant #1 Bestseller!
"A captivating middle-grade gem." -- The New York Times Book Review
"Funny, relatable, and genuine." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"Captures every nuanced emotion." -- School Library Journal, starred review
"Genuinely nail-biting." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Cringe-worthy in the best possible way...inspiring and insightful." -- Shelf Awareness, starred review
STAND TALL.BE LOUD.GAME FACE ON.
When cheerleading tryouts are announced, Christina and her best friend, Megan, literally jump at the chance to join the squad. As two of the only kids of color in the school, they have always yearned to fit in--and the middle school cheerleaders are popular and accepted by everyone. But will the girls survive the terrifying tryouts, with their whole grade watching? And will their friendship withstand the pressures of competition?