The Double Dutch Club Series

The Double Dutch Club Series PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802481906
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290

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This set includes all three books of The Double Dutch Club Series: Just Jump!, Something to Jump About, and A Promise and a Rainbow. In Just Jump!, the girls of the Double Dutch Club have an opportunity of a lifetime: they've earned the right to compete in the state competition! What begins as a desire in their hearts to win a coveted trophy becomes the foundation for relationships that last a lifetime. In Something to Jump About, the girls from Grover Elementary return for the new school year only to learn that Ming, their wise leader, has returned to China with her family. They'll have to find someone else to jump Double Dutch with them in time for the December Jump Off. Meanwhile, Tanya and a new girl, Brittany, seem to keep bumping heads. And strong-willed Tanya is surprised to find the new girl can stand her ground in a fight. Join the adventure in book two of The Double Dutch Club Series. In A Promise and a Rainbow, the girls are looking forward to a fun-filled summer--that is until Rachel finds out that her parents have made plans for her to spend the entire summer with her cousin Ronnie in Chicago. The Double Dutch Club is saddened by the thought of Rachel having to leave for the summer. And Rachel is trying to remain excited about the Double Dutch Club winning the North Carolina "Jump Off." From the moment Rachel and Ronnie meet, they dislike each other, and Rachel has to find a way to get through what promises to be the most difficult summer of her life. The Double Dutch Club adventure continues, as the girls learn the importance of good friendships and developing character.

The Double Dutch Club Series

The Double Dutch Club Series PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802481906
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290

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Book Description
This set includes all three books of The Double Dutch Club Series: Just Jump!, Something to Jump About, and A Promise and a Rainbow. In Just Jump!, the girls of the Double Dutch Club have an opportunity of a lifetime: they've earned the right to compete in the state competition! What begins as a desire in their hearts to win a coveted trophy becomes the foundation for relationships that last a lifetime. In Something to Jump About, the girls from Grover Elementary return for the new school year only to learn that Ming, their wise leader, has returned to China with her family. They'll have to find someone else to jump Double Dutch with them in time for the December Jump Off. Meanwhile, Tanya and a new girl, Brittany, seem to keep bumping heads. And strong-willed Tanya is surprised to find the new girl can stand her ground in a fight. Join the adventure in book two of The Double Dutch Club Series. In A Promise and a Rainbow, the girls are looking forward to a fun-filled summer--that is until Rachel finds out that her parents have made plans for her to spend the entire summer with her cousin Ronnie in Chicago. The Double Dutch Club is saddened by the thought of Rachel having to leave for the summer. And Rachel is trying to remain excited about the Double Dutch Club winning the North Carolina "Jump Off." From the moment Rachel and Ronnie meet, they dislike each other, and Rachel has to find a way to get through what promises to be the most difficult summer of her life. The Double Dutch Club adventure continues, as the girls learn the importance of good friendships and developing character.

Just Jump!

Just Jump! PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 1575674432
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 156

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The girls of the Double Dutch Club have an opportunity of a lifetime: they've earned the right to compete in the state competition! What begins as a desire in their hearts to win a coveted trophy becomes the foundation for relationships that last a lifetime.

Also Ran Series

Also Ran Series PDF Author: Mabel E. Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802481426
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 234

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This set includes the entire Also Ran Series: Run, Jeremiah Run! and Coming Across Jordan. Run, Jeremiah Run! is a story of faith and hope. Jeremiah is a young boy who finds himself running into life's toughest situations. As a foster child, life for him is a garbage bag filled with his things, a new school, and worst of all finding a new family. All he has ever wanted is a place to call his own, his own family, and a life of adventure without getting into trouble. Although life is tough for him, he holds on to his grandmother's promise—the promise of a handful of mustard seeds being planted one day to grow into a tree of his own. After being expelled from school again, he thinks that no one will ever want him to be a part of their family. But before long with the help of his friends, he learns a lesson of teamwork and what it really means to stick it out till the end. In Coming Across Jordan, Jordan and Kevin are the new kids in school. When Melanie comes across Jordan and Kevin, she becomes interested in getting to know them, especially Kevin. Kevin is her age and is a good big brother to Jordan, who seems different than other kindergarteners. Kevin is anxious to make a good impression on his teachers, take care of Jordan and make new friends. When it looks like Kevin is becoming fast friends with Curtis, Melanie becomes worried because Curtis is always in trouble.When Curtis involves Kevin in a serious prank, both boys find themselves in detention. They serve it in Mrs. Blake's room, which is Jordan's classroom and where Melanie is a helper. Can Curtis manage to stay out of trouble and be a good friend to Kevin? Will Melanie figure out what it is about Jordan that makes him different?

Love Double Dutch!

Love Double Dutch! PDF Author: Doreen Spicer-Dannelly
Publisher: Yearling
ISBN: 1524700037
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258

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From the creator of the popular Disney Channel original movie Jump In! comes a novel perfect for fans of stories about sports, summer, and friendship. "Keep this on the shelf next to other fierce sports novels, like Victoria Jamieson's Roller Girl." --Booklist Brooklyn middle schooler MaKayla can only think about one thing--taking her double Dutch team all the way to the National Jump-off at Madison Square Garden. That is, until her mother breaks the news. Kayla has to spend the summer at her aunt's house in North Carolina while her parents work out their problems . . . or decide to call it quits. Kayla does not feel at home in the South, and she certainly doesn't get along with her snooty cousin Sally. It looks like her Jump-off dreams are over. Hold the phone! Turns out, double Dutch is huge in the South. She and Sally just need to find two more kids for a team. And a routine. And the confidence to stand up to the double Dutch divas who used to be Sally's BFFs. Time to show those Southern belles some Brooklyn attitude!

Double Dutch

Double Dutch PDF Author: Veronica Chambers
Publisher: Jump At The Sun
ISBN: 9780786805129
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72

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Book Description
Provides history, examples, and stories of the rope-jumping activity called double Dutch.

Double Dutch

Double Dutch PDF Author: Sharon M. Draper
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1442435453
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 192

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A young girl who loves Double Dutch is caught in the crossfire of the secrets she, her best friend, and the school bullies are keeping in this emotional middle grade novel. Delia loves Double Dutch more than just about anything, and she’s really good at it—so good she and her teammates have a shot at winning the World Double Dutch Championships. Delia would die if she couldn’t jump—but she’s hiding something could keep her off the team next year. Delia’s friend Randy has a secret too, one that has him lonely and scared. And while Delia and Randy struggle to hide parts of themselves, their school is abuzz with rumors about what malicious mischief the terrible Tolliver twins—who just may have a hidden agenda of their own—are planning. Delia and Randy’s secrets collide on what should be the happiest day of Delia’s life, and the collision threatens to destroy their friendship. Why can’t life be as easy for Delia as Double Dutch?

Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You!

Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! PDF Author: Marley Dias
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 1338136909
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 212

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Marley Dias, the powerhouse girl-wonder who started the #1000blackgirlbooks campaign, speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true! Marley Dias, the powerhouse girl-wonder who started the #1000blackgirlbooks campaign, speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true!In this accessible guide with an introduction by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay, Marley Dias explores activism, social justice, volunteerism, equity and inclusion, and using social media for good. Drawing from her experience, Marley shows kids how they can galvanize their strengths to make positive changes in their communities, while getting support from parents, teachers, and friends to turn dreams into reality. Focusing on the importance of literacy and diversity, Marley offers suggestions on book selection, and delivers hands-on strategies for becoming a lifelong reader.

Something to Jump About

Something to Jump About PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 1575673762
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177

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Book Description
In the sequel to Just Jump, the girls from Grover Elementary return for the new school year only to learn that Ming, their wise leader, has returned to China with her family. They'll have to find someone else to jump Double Dutch with them in time for the December Jump Off. Meanwhile, Tanya and a new girl, Brittany, seem to keep bumping heads. And strong-willed Tanya is surprised to find the new girl can stand her ground in a fight. Join the adventure in book two of The Double Dutch Club Series.

A Promise and A Rainbow

A Promise and A Rainbow PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 1575673991
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 156

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Book Description
The girls are looking forward to a fun-filled summer--that is until Rachel finds out that her parents have made plans for her to spend the entire summer with her cousin Ronnie in Chicago. The Double Dutch Club is saddened by the thought of Rachel having to leave for the summer. And Rachel is trying to remain excited about the Double Dutch Club winning the North Carolina "Jump Off." From the moment Rachel and Ronnie meet, they dislike each other, and Rachel has to find a way to get through what promises to be the most difficult summer of her life. The Double Dutch Club adventure continues, as the girls learn the importance of good friendships and developing character.

Run, Jeremiah Run!

Run, Jeremiah Run! PDF Author: Mabel Elizabeth Singletary
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 1575673908
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 126

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Run, Jeremiah Run! is a story of faith and hope. Jeremiah is a young boy who finds himself running into life's toughest situations. As a foster child, life for him is a garbage bag filled with his things, a new school, and worst of all finding a new family. All he has ever wanted is a place to call his own, his own family, and a life of adventure without getting into trouble. Although life is tough for him, he holds on to his grandmother's promise- the promise of a handful of mustard seeds being planted one day to grow into a tree of his own. After being expelled from school again, he thinks that no one will ever want him to be a part of their family. But before long with the help of his friends, he learns a lesson of teamwork and what it really means to stick it out till the end.