The Bottom Line
In this story, Mia faces some tough challenges, and gets through them. She interacts with some "not so nice and snobby" figure skaters. The way she deals with conflict is very impressive. The story will help readers of all ages learn about good sportsmanship, sharing, and about being kind.
Pros
- This book will teach readers about good sportsmanship.
- The importance of a supportive family is stressed in this writing.
- Values such as honesty and kindness are shared throughout the book.
- This book will encourage readers to try figure skating.
- Bravo, Mia! is easy to read and entertaining.
Cons
- Not all the situations in the book are quite accurate when it comes to the figure skating world.
Description
- Published in 2008
- Paperback
- The book is written in a first person format: It seems that a real life "Mia" is talking to the reader.
- Bravo, Mia! is written by Laurence Yep, one of children's literature's most respected authors.
- Some colorful illustrations are included throughout the book.
- Some letters about real life situations (from real girls) similar to Mia's are included at the end of the book.
- This is the second book about Mia St. Clair. Mia, the first book in the series, should be read before reading this book.
- Illustrated by Robert Papp
- Geared for readers between the ages of 8 and 12
- 136 pages
Guide Review - Bravo, Mia!
Mia's Continuing Story
Mia is a ten year old who lives in a small town in New York State. In the past, she has played ice hockey with her three older brothers who are competitive ice hockey players. In this book, she begins training hard to prepare to compete in an important regional competition.A family crisis suddenly occurs that changes Mia's plans. It looks like she won't be able to take part in regionals because of the family crisis. Supportive friends and family come to Mia's aid, and she gets to compete in the regional event afterall.
In the book, some of the people in the figure skating world that Mia interacts with are not that nice, but Mia deals with those people in a very grown-up manner. At the end of the book, Mia ends up learning what it means to be a good sport and also how to be a supportive and kind person.
"Bravo, Mia!" Will Inspire and Encourage
Although some of the situations in Mia's book may not be completely accurate, like the first book in the Mia series, Bravo, Mia! will inspire and will also encourage readers of all ages to give figure skating a try. Much of the book tells what the true figure skating world is like. Also, the book shows the commitment and hard work that is required to be a figure skater.Bravo, Mia! is a good read. Although the book is geared for children, adults will also enjoy the book.
