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Alise Cayen writes an inspiring childrens story about a young girl who works hard to realize a dream in Patty Pom-Poms. Patty Klapinsky would give anything to be a sports star like her brothers -- to belong to something -- but she cant seem to find her niche. Encouraged by her brother, Patty goes to one of his football games and is mesmerized by the cheerleaders. The very next day, Patty gets to work, making her own pom-poms and practicing every day in order to be the best she can be! The big day for cheerleader tryouts finally arrives and Patty knows that she has what it takes to be a great cheerleader. Does Patty make the team? What lessons does she learn along the way? Cayens inspiring story is engaging and sends a message about persistence and hard work toward realizing dreams and accomplishing goals. Drawn from her own personal experience as a professional cheerleader and dancer, her narrative brings her characters to life with vivid description and rhythmic dialogue; her childrens tale is an outstanding work of fiction with a wonderful message. ?

Teams teach.The key to academic success begins with getting good grades in school, yet sometimes balancing studies and extracurricular activities can be challenging for students.Patty Pom-Poms: Making the Grades focuses on the valuable lessons Patty learns firsthand as she juggles class studies and cheer responsibilities. In her quest for cheer perfection, Patty's grades drop. She's not only in trouble with her parents, but in danger of losing her spot on the cheer team.Making the Grades is book 2 in The CheerVentures of Patty Pom-Poms series about a young girl named Patty Kaplinksy, who aspires to be part of a team. After making her school cheer squad, Patty earns the name Patty Pom-Poms for her dedication and zeal.Author Bio: Alise Cayen was a former professional cheerleader with the Los Angeles and Oakland Raiderettes. She draws from personal experience using cheer as a platform to teach young kids both school and life lessons. The author is an award-winning English/dance teacher who now prepares high school students for law enforcement careers. She resides in Southern California.