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The Tryout: A Graphic Novel

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Author:
Soontornvat, Christina
Publisher:
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Pub. Date:
2022
Language:
English
Accelerated Reader:
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure:
GN: Graphic Novel 360L
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STAND TALL.

BE LOUD.

GAME FACE ON.

This pitch perfect graphic memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging is perfect for fans of Smile, New Kid, Rollergirl, and Real Friends.

"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

"Delightfully expressive...a standout." - Booklist

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?

Hilarious and highly relatable, The Tryout by two-time Newbery Honoree Christina Soontornvat and shining new talent Joanna Cacao will make you laugh, cry, and cheer!

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Asian Americans
Asian Americans -- Comic books, strips, etc
Best friends
Best friends -- Comic books, strips, etc
Cheerleading
Cheerleading -- Comic books, strips, etc
Friendship
Friendship -- Comic books, strips, etc
Graphic novels
Iranian Americans
Iranian Americans -- Comic books, strips, etc
Juvenile Nonfiction
Middle schools
Middle schools -- Comic books, strips, etc
Racism
Racism -- Comic books, strips, etc
Sociology
Sports & Recreations
Thai Americans
Thai Americans -- Comic books, strips, etc
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Contributors:
Cacao, Joanna,artist
ISBN:
9781338741261
9781338829587
9781338741308
Accelerated Reader:
MG
Level 3.2, 2 Points
Lexile measure:
GN: Graphic Novel 360L
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Grouping Titletryout
Grouping Authorchristina soontornvat
Grouping Categorybook
Grouping LanguageEnglish (eng)
Last Grouping Update2023-12-07 10:30:12AM
Last Indexed2023-12-07 10:32:36AM

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STAND TALL.

BE LOUD.

GAME FACE ON.

This pitch perfect graphic memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging is perfect for fans of Smile, New Kid, Rollergirl, and Real Friends.

"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

"Delightfully expressive...a standout." - Booklist

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?

Hilarious and highly relatable, The Tryout by two-time Newbery Honoree Christina Soontornvat and shining new talent Joanna Cacao will make you laugh, cry, and cheer!

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Best friends -- Comic books, strips, etc
Cheerleading -- Comic books, strips, etc
Friendship -- Comic books, strips, etc
Graphic novels
Iranian Americans -- Comic books, strips, etc
Middle schools -- Comic books, strips, etc
Racism -- Comic books, strips, etc
Thai Americans -- Comic books, strips, etc
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The Tryout
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The Tryout A Graphic Novel
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The Tryout
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A Graphic Novel
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Asian Americans
Best friends
Cheerleading
Friendship
Iranian Americans
Juvenile Nonfiction
Middle schools
Racism
Sociology
Sports & Recreations
Thai Americans

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