SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Jump, Tuck, Flip: Mastering Cheerleading Skills and Stunts

by Rebecca RISSMAN
9781491452035. ea vol: 32p. (Cheer Spirit). further reading. index. photos. websites. Capstone. 2015. lib. ed. $27.32.
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Gr 4–7—Teens and tweens interested in cheerleading will find plenty of helpful suggestions in these upbeat, well-written books. Although Show Your Spirit notes that cheerleaders "have the special task of putting on an athletic show while looking great," the series emphasizes the importance of health and fitness. Along with a section on uniforms and pom-poms, this title offers a sample game day menu for a student athlete. Jump, Tuck, Flip covers basic formations, positions, and moves with concise step-by-step instructions and color photos; it also includes warm-up stretches and recipes for a healthy smoothie and trail mix. Make Some Noise offers suggested cheers and ideas for coming up with new ones. Quest for the Best covers tryouts and competitions, with helpful packing lists, a detailed schedule of a typical competition day, and daily exercises and stretches.
VERDICT Solid additions for those interested in the sport.
In Noise, both all-purpose and sport-specific cheers and chants are detailed, along with tips on enthusiasm, creativity, and sportsmanship. Jump presents cheering techniques, instructions for specific moves, and safety tips. High-energy color photos featuring a diverse group of girls illustrate all of the maneuvers. Back matter offers instructions for creating your own cheer (Noise) and nutritious game-day recipes (Jump). Reading list. Ind. Review covers these Snap Books: Cheer Spirit titles: Jump, Tuck, Flip and Make Some Noise.
Reviewed by Marilyn Taniguchi , Nov 01, 2015

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