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Tryout, The

Christina Soontornvat

Illustrator: Joanna Cacao

Ages: 9+

Published: 2022

Publisher: Graphix /Scholastic

ISBN: 978-1-338-74130-8

Keywords: Cheerleading, Texas, Prejeudice, Friendship, pubic speaking

Christina, from a multiracial Thai American family, tries out for her Texas middle school cheerleading squad. A warm, honest look at racism and friendship. Expressive graphic panels