The Tryout: A Graphic Novel by Christina Soontornvat audiobook

The Tryout: A Graphic Novel: A Graphic Novel

By Christina Soontornvat
Read by Grace Li , Vaneh Assadourian , Marcha Kia , Ashley Austin Morris , and  Brian Sounalath

Scholastic Audio Books
2.15 Hours Unabridged
Format : Digital Download (In Stock)
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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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Summary

Summary

Winner of an AudioFile Earphones Award

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!

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

“Captures the poignancy of the emotional rollercoaster that [they] experience every day.” School Library Connection, recommended
“Ringing school bells and squeaking sneakers augment a full cast as they dramatize the events of the author’s seventh-grade year in small-town Texas…As Christina, Grace Li shines amid the stellar cast…For this adaptation of her graphic novel, Soontornvat provided a gracefully expanded narrative that ensures an immersive stand-alone listening experience…Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.” AudioFile

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Author

Author Bio: Christina Soontornvat

Author Bio: Christina Soontornvat

Christina Soontornvat is the author of several books for young readers, including the Newbery Honor books The Last Mapmaker, A Wish in the Dark, and All Thirteen. She holds a BS degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in science education. She spent a decade working in the science museum field, where she designed programs and exhibits to get kids excited about science and STEM. You can learn more about her work at soontornvat.com.

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Author Bio: Joanna Cacao

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Available Formats : Digital Download
Category: Nonfiction
Runtime: 2.15
Audience: Children (8–12)
Language: English