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Stacey and the Cheerleaders

Stacey and the Cheerleaders

Published in
1993
3.73
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Description

The book features Stacey McGill, a member of the Baby-Sitters Club, who has been given the opportunity to become a cheerleader. The story revolves around Stacey's struggles with her diabetes as she tries to balance her health, babysitting responsibilities, schoolwork, and cheerleading practices. Stacey starts dating a jock basketball player and falls in with a super-cool crowd, including the cheerleaders who ask her to try out for the squad. When Stacey begins dating Robert, she finds herself among the school's popular crowd--made up of jocks and cheerleaders--and the other members of the Baby-Sitters Club worry that they will lose her friendship.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
141 pages
Book in series
#70

Why to read

  • Inspiring story about overcoming personal challenges
  • Realistic portrayal of living with diabetes
  • Gives insight into the responsibilities of a middle-school cheerleader
  • An engaging story about friendship and personal growth