The tryout / written by Christina Soontornvat ; illustrated by Joanna Cacao ; colors by Amanda Lafrenais.
As one of the only Asian Americans in her school, Christina confronts both well-meaning ignorance and cruel racism, but in middle school fitting in is important, which is why she and her best friend Megan are both excited and nervous to try out for the popular cheerleading squad.
Record details
- ISBN: 1338741268
- ISBN: 1338741306
- ISBN: 9781338741261
- ISBN: 9781338741308
- Physical Description: 255 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Edition: First edition
- Publisher: New York, NY : Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic, 2022.
Content descriptions
- Target Audience Note:
- Ages 8-12. Scholastic Press.Grades 3-7. Scholastic Press.GN360L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR MG 3.2 2 517853.
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Asian Americans > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Best friends > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Cheerleading > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Friendship > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Iranian Americans > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Middle schools > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Racism > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Thai Americans > Comic books, strips, etc. > Juvenile fiction.
Friendships.
Racism. - Genre:
- Comics (Graphic works)
Fiction.
Graphic novels.
Biographical comics.
Available copies
- 30 of 70 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 1 of 3 copies available at Onslow County Public Library. (Show)
Holds
- 3 current holds with 70 total copies.
Other Formats and Editions
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richlands Branch Library | J741.5 SOO (Text) | 36015000472635 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Sneads Ferry Branch Library | J741.5 SOO (Text) | 36015000472510 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Repair | - |
| Swansboro Branch Library | J741.5 SOO (Text) | 36015000472692 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | In transit | - |
| Ashe County Public Library | J SOO (Text) | 50503300634955 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/24/2026 |
| Avery County Morrison Public Library | JFIC SOO (Text) | 31111003133798 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| BHM Headquarters Library | J GN FIC (Text) | 38344101755591 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 05/14/2026 |
| Barco Library | J F GN SOO (Text) | 39488201022714 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Available | - |
| Bogue Banks | GN J SOONT (Text) | 34208900175679 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/12/2026 |
| Bordeaux Library | CMB2023396 (Text) | CMB2023396 | Technical Services | In process | - |
| Clemmons Branch | J Soontornvat, Christina (Text) | 0112524659106 | Juvenile Graphic Novel | Checked out | 08/12/2026 |
Accessibility Features
Summary:
As one of the only Asian Americans in her school, Christina confronts both well-meaning ignorance and cruel racism, but in middle school fitting in is important, which is why she and her best friend Megan are both excited and nervous to try out for the popular cheerleading squad.
