Books Like Cheerleaders Summer Special
Families who loved Cheerleaders Summer Special by Caroline B. Cooney often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Cheerleaders Summer Special by Caroline B. Cooney often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent might reach for this book when their teen is navigating the intense, often painful feelings of jealousy and comparison within a close friendship. This story follows a high school cheerleading squad at a summer camp, where best friends Mary Ellen and Nancy find their bond tested by rivalry, romantic interests, and a series of unsettling accidents. It delves into themes of self-confidence, loyalty, and the struggle to belong. Appropriate for early to mid-teens, this book from the 80s offers a classic take on teen social dynamics, providing a great starting point for conversations about handling envy and communicating honestly with friends.
