Siarra Jones Skating Into Trouble: (Step-By-Step Series, Book 1)

Fans of Barbara O’Connor, Kate DiCamillo, and Katherine Applegate will love this heartwarming story about ice skating, best friends, and the importance of never giving up on your dreams! “This was a great story, really girl-friendly and empowering.” “Every classroom, daycare, and home library needs to have a copy of this book readily available.” “Subtly teaches lessons about anger, perseverance, and so much more.” “My niece is a figure skater and LOVED this book.” An intermediate chapter book for preteen girls ages 8-12! Ice skating, best friends, and the importance of never giving up. Siarra and her best friend Mia start their new ice skating lessons, hoping to win the chance to join an elite skating group. But they soon discover the journey will be even harder than expected. Besides mastering all the new skating techniques, Siarra faces a faster skater who bullies her, making her doubt her skills and affecting her progress. And because no one else notices the bullying, she has to make some hard choices. Will Siarra give up on her dream, or find a way to overcome the skating bully and regain her confidence? This entertaining coming-of-age story examines the friendships, struggles, and triumphs that come with growing up. Skating into Trouble is an exciting, coming-of-age story ideal for preteen girls ages 8-12. If your child enjoyed Friendship or Fame – they’ll love Skating into Trouble by Paul Breau. Recommended for: grade three, grade four, grade five, and grade six girls Recommended reading levels: Intermediate chapter books and middle grade books for girls Recommended for: eight year old girl, nine year old girl, ten year old, eleven year old girl, and twelve-year old girl Skating Into Trouble and all books in the entire friendship series can be read in any order. What Amazon readers are saying: “This was a great story, really girl-friendly and empowering.” “Every classroom, daycare, and home library needs to have a copy of this book readily available.” “While keeping the reader entertained, the author subtly teaches lessons about anger, perseverance, bullying, and so much more.” “My niece is a figure skater and LOVED this book. Great anti-bullying message too.” “The author puts you into the character of a young girl (Siarra) and provides an intimate perspective on peer-to-peer bullying. There are a lot of life lessons in this book but I think it really helps parents and kids discuss bullying proactively.” Great for fans of: Friendship or Fame Raina Telgemeier (Guts, Smile, Sisters, Ghosts, Drama) How to Steal a Dog and Wish The Baby-Sitter’s Club Judy Blume Emily Windsnap Barbara O’Connor Katherine Applegate Shelve with: Middle grade fiction Preteen girls Intermediate chapter books for girls 8-12 Books about friendship for girls Books about sports for girls Books about skating for girls