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The Derby Daredevils: Kenzie Kickstarts a Team
(The Derby Daredevils Book #1)
Series: Derby Daredevils
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Fifth-grade best friends Kenzie "Kenzilla" and Shelly "Bombshell" dream of becoming roller derby superstars one day, but when a junior league forms and they must recruit teammates, will their friendship survive?
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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 duo celebrates! But they'll need to try out as a five-person team. Kenzie and Shelly have just one week to convince three other girls that roller derby is the coolest thing on wheels. But Kenzie starts to have second thoughts when Shelly starts acting like everyone's best friend . . . Isn't she supposed to be Kenzie's best friend? And things get really awkward when Shelly recruits Kenzie's neighbor (and secret crush!) for the team. With lots of humor and an authentic middle-grade voice, book one of this illustrated series follows Kenzie, Shelly, and the rest of the Derby Daredevils as they learn how to fall-and get back up again.
Series: Derby Daredevils
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The Derby Daredevils: Kenzie Kickstarts a Team: (The Derby Daredevils Book #1)
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 duo celebrates! But they’ll need to try out as a...Paperback$1699Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Tomoko Takes the Lead (The Derby Daredevils Book #3)
Book #3 in this highly lllustrated middle-grade series stars shy Tomoko and finds the team at roller derby sleepaway camp in nearby Dallas, Texas-now in paperback!School's out, and the Derby Daredevils are excited to spend all summer tearing up the track. But, the coaches have something super special planned: the Austin league is heading to Dallas for a week of...PaperbackSold Out -
The Derby Daredevils: Kenzie Kickstarts a Team
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 duo celebrates! But they'll need to try out as a...HardbackSold Out -
Shelly Struggles to Shine (The Derby Daredevils Book #2)
Now part of the official junior roller derby league, the Derby Daredevils are ready to compete in their first tournament. Kenzie writes new game plays. Bree works on her speed. Tomoko sharpens her blocking skills. And Jules fearlessly hip checks everyone in sight. But Shelly isn't sure what she's best at. In hopes of taking home the tournament's Star Skater...PaperbackSold Out
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The Derby Daredevils: Kenzie Kickstarts a Team is praised for its vibrant portrayal of young girls bonding through roller derby, highlighting themes of friendship, communication, and dealing with jealousy. The narrative is described as action-packed and heartwarming, with memorable characters and illustrations enhancing the experience. It serves as an excellent addition to juvenile sports fiction, appealing to fans of sports-centered stories about girls supporting one another.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781419740794
Publisher: Abrams
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 24 March 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Amulet Books
Illustration: Black-and-white illustrations throughout
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 19.0mm
Width: 144.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Kit Rosewater has a master’s degree in children’s literature from Hollins University. The Derby Daredevils is her debut book. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Sophie Escabasse is the author-illustrator of the forthcoming Witches of Brooklyn graphic-novel trilogy. She lives in Brooklyn with her family.
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Now part of the official junior roller derby league, the Derby Daredevils are ready to compete in their first tournament. Kenzie starts writing new game plays. Bree works on her speed. Tomoko sharpens her blocking skills. And Jules fearlessly hip checks everyone in sight. But Shelly isn’t sure what she’s best at. In hopes of taking home the tournament’s Star...HardbackSold Out -
Shelly Struggles to Shine (The Derby Daredevils Book #2)
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