The Derby Daredevils
Book description
A highly illustrated middle-grade series that celebrates new friendships, first crushes, and getting out of your comfort zone
Ever since they can remember, fifth-graders Kenzie (aka Kenzilla) and Shelly (aka Bomb Shell) have dreamed of becoming roller derby superstars. When Austin's city league introduces a brand-new junior league, the dynamic…
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Why read it?
2 authors picked The Derby Daredevils as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
As a diehard roller derby player and fan of graphic novels, this highly-illustrated book (which is the first in a series) is the perfect middle ground for visual learners who also love to read prose. Not to mention another fantastic recruiting tool for junior derby leagues (and future adult leagues) all over the world.
Honestly, regardless of your age, I dare you to make it through this book without yearning to google your local league and attend the first bout you can. The angst, the drama, the hilarious moments that feel so true to derby life, you may trip and…
From VP's list on team spirit for the girls, gays, and theys.
Kenzie and Shelly aspire to greatness on the roller derby track, but they’re told they are too young to play.
One day, they see a flyer for tryouts for a new junior derby league for girls 10-14. The try-outs are in a week. All girls must try out individually. Determined to stay together, Kenizie and Shelly find a loophole: teams of five may try-out together. All they have to do is find three more girls to join their team.
Doing that proves to be easier said than done. Friendships are tested, crushes are a thing, and the competition is intense.…
From Erik's list on middle-grade featuring an LGBTQIA+ protagonist.
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