The CheerVentures of Patty Pom-Poms

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.