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Franklin Delano Donuthead, star of Sue Stauffacher's Donuthead, is back and life continues to throw him lots of curveballs: he's now in sixth grade which means it's time for middle school, with all of its related terrors. He has to avoid whipping pony tails in the hallways, he's forced to use school bathrooms, with eighth graders, his life science teacher makes him blush like a tomato, his beloved Glynnis Powell may be moving ahead of him socially, his mother has a boyfriend, and his unlikely best friend, Sarah Kervick, once again needs more help than he thinks he can manage on his own. But thanks to his tough but kindhearted mother, the tough but kindhearted Gloria Nelots, and a little growing self-awareness, Franklin manages what it takes to pull Sarah out of another rough situation.

Sue Stauffacher has crafted another laugh-out-loud middle grade novel about Franklin and Sarah that once again overflows with Franklin's distinctive voice, a touching plot, wholly original characters, and a little Mercurochrome for good measure.


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Everyone's favorite assymetrical guy
Sue Stauffacher, a Michigan native to rival the likes of Lynne Rae Perkins, is a darling of librarians and teachers nationwide. Bursting onto the children's literary scene with the can't-recommend-it-enough, Donuthead, Stauffacher came out swinging and hasn't had a bum book to her name yet. All the more reason to feel nervous about sequels, then. In many a librarian's mind, "Donuthead", takes on a kind of global significance. It's the funny kids book that earns instant and unequivocal loyalty. So when I, personally, heard that there was going to be a sequel and that it was called Donutheart, I thrilled to the very core of my bones. I was also deeply frightened. If it wasn't as good as its predecessor, was I going to have to rethink my single-minded Stauffacher-love? Happily the answer is an emphatic, "nuh-uh". Admittedly, "Donutheart", doesn't have the heartwrenching punch of its predecessor. On the other hand, it's still one of the best danged children's books of this or any other year.

Everyone's favorite sensitive, asymmetrical guy is back. Franklin Delano Donuthead is just as fixated on measuring his arms and legs every night, washing his hands three times to the tune of Happy Birthday, and calling up his favorite chief statistician at the Washington D.C. National Safety Department whenever he gets a chance. Because of earlier events, however, he is also the good friend and perpetual buddy of Sarah Kervick. Sarah has become particularly adept at figure skating and the two have worked out a system. Donuthead will keep her grades above a 2.0 and Sarah will protect him from bullies. Now, however, our extraordinarily stressed narrator has a whole new world to navigate. Middle school. From boys bathrooms to a teacher with an expectoration problem, Franklin is unprepared for this world of woes. But when Sarah starts hiding a problem from him and his mother, it's up to our hero to make the ultimate of sacrifices. He's going to ride a bus. Brace yourselves, everybody. It's gonna be a bumpy ride.

In this book Stauffacher also has the chance to explore a fabulous character from an entirely new angle: Donuthead in love. It's a simultaneously horrific and fascinating idea. Franklin is just hitting puberty and he's found the girl of his dreams. The comic potential here is through the roof and you can bet your sweet bippy that Staufffacher makes the most of it. He may be wise beyond his years in some areas (morbid areas, as his mom might say), but Franklin is just like any other kid when it comes to making conversation with a girl. Of course, he's a bit more eloquent. Franklin has always spoken like a 45-year-old man, but that's neither here nor there. Some kids are just like that.

It's Franklin's humor (and, by extension, Stauffacher's) that makes the book such a pleasant read. Here's Donuthead on football players: "They've been drinking hormone-laden milk since infancy". And consider the fate of Franklin and his mother's beau. When the fellow dating Franklin's mom tries to connect with the boy, you can tell he's done his homework, " `We should spend a little time together, you and me ... You know...' He scratched his chest, thinking. `Uh ... maybe pick up some health food and ... I don't know. Hit the museum?' ". It may not sound like much, but trust me. This guy's coming up with the only things he can think of. Stauffacher also earns extra points for the guard dog in this book who attacks when you recite the Michigan slogan, "If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look around you". Just don't recite the Nebraska state motto, though. Then he goes in for the kill. Though I, personally, think the kill should have come with New Hampshire's state motto, "Live free or die!", but that's just me.

As with all sequels, there's no way to avoid comparing the second book in the series to the first. When I think of "Donuthead", I think of the last scene. Franklin on the ice, reaching out for Sarah's hand having broken through his own neurosis. That image still gives my poor little heart a firm punch in the chest whenever I imagine it. The last scene in "Donutheart" is different. It's satisfying, but doesn't carry the same kick. The book as a whole is almost a more mature beast than its predecessor. Donuthead is growing up and changing. He's learning how to care for other people, which for him is quite a feat. I love how these books are wonderful examples of what an unreliable narrator is. When Donuthead says something, you might think it makes sense at first. But think about it for any given amount of time and it's clear that Franklin's logic is not always our own. In the end, this doesn't deliver the shocking heart-stopping love of its predecessor. It just inspires love.

As in Harry Sue, Stauffacher shows her hand and displays her love of "The Wizard of Oz", the book. I think few American fiction writers working in children's literature today have done as much as this woman to promote Baum's best beloved. And perhaps few children's books have as good a chance of being remembered years and years from now than Staufffacher's body of work. "Donutheart" is a wonderful, comfortable, delightful read that is bound to be enjoyed by vast hoards of children, teachers, and librarians alike. A great find for any fan of the original and a testament to Stauffacher's prowess in the literary field. ... Read more

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A collection of wildly entertaining anecdotes and essays about everything from pop culture to skating to fashion to Johnny himself. Finally, fans have the opportunity to get to know who Johnny Weir really is, inside and out. ... Read more

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FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. The members of Pee Wee Scout Troop 23 are instructed on how to bake cookies and are invited to a skating party; But, having never tried either activity, Molly Duff worries that she will not earn her merit badges. ... Read more

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The book is great and so are the cookies!
This is one of my little sister's favorite childhood books - and the included cookie recipe has become a family favorite!

Mara really liked Cookies and Crutches!
The Pee Wees have to make cookies and let Mrs. Peters taste them. They try and try, but still couldn't make them. My favorite quote from this book was when Molly says to Rachel, "You've got a hex on those running shoes!" This is an excellent book. You can read and enjoy it anytime!

cute book
We read this in our homeschool as a fiction read aloud.My son who is seven enjoyed hearing the book.He liked hearing about the scouts adventures.I'm sure we will be reading more Pee Wee Scout books soon.

MRS. PETER'S IS REALLY FUNNY.
I ESPECIALLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK.MRS. PETER'S EXPLAINED HOW TO MAKE THE COOKIES IN A FUNNY WAY.I AM A 3RD GRADER AND BELIEVE THAT I WILL REALLY ENJOY READING MORE OF PEE WEE SCOUTS! ... Read more

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The finest figure skaters in the world make their sport look so graceful and simple. Those who have tried to learn and coach figure skating know that it is not easy. In The Complete Book of Figure Skating, author Carole Shulman combines her vast experience as a former competitive skater, a Master PSA instructor, a professional figure skating judge, and the current Director of the Professional Skaters Association to cover every aspect of the sport with clarity and expertise.

Shulman describes the proper techniques for more than 100 skills, from stops, stroking skills, and freestyle moves to turns and footwork—including ice-dancing techniques, spins, jumps, and pairs skating techniques. Also included are advice and guidelines on choosing equipment, conditioning your body, and creating competition programs that will score high marks with the judges.

This book is an essential guide to participating and excelling in the sport. Whether you’re a skater looking to develop your technique or an instructor seeking for innovative coaching methods, you’ll find it in The Complete Book of Figure Skating. ... Read more

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Figure Skating
When they say complete they mean it. Having searched the internet for several technical terms I was often frustrated with the limited information. This book not only provides great on ice information but great 360-degree review for the avid skater.

great book of figure skating
It has information to all of the essential movements in figure skating, spins, jumps, footworks. It also has a lot of interesting and related stories to the movements such as Paul Wylie's spread eagle.

A great book for a figure skater.

Figure Skating -
I was disappointed in the book because I wanted it for a new young figure sakter, and I was anticipating more pictures -- this book is very technical and for older skaters.

Not enough detail, some crucial typos
This is a much more visual book than Petkevich's, which has detailed verbal explanations that take a bit of effort to visualize.Unfortunately, some of the pictures in Shulman's book leave large gaps between frames, and it's hard to tell how to get from one position to the next.

There are some editorial or proofing mistakes that really hurt the book.Figure skating spins and jumps are done in one direction (counterclockwise for most, clockwise for some) that the skater chooses early-on in their training.Shulman explains this, and the fact that her directions are for counterclockwise spinners and need to be reversed by clockwise spinners.Unfortunately the picture and directions for the one-footed spin are backwards, and describe a *clockwise* entry and spin when all the other spins are written for counter-clockwise skaters.This will be very confusing for a begining skater who has no coach of their own!

In one or two other places a picture is reversed (mirror image), which again can be very confusing if you're trying to learn on your own and don't know that there's a mistake in the book.

There is a good section on modern off-ice strength training, including periodization.

Overall I'd recommend this book *in conjunction* with Petkevich's book: both have gaps that the other complements.And of course there's no substitute for a real coach!

Excellent book for both parents & skaters
I agree with previous reviews.This is an excellent book for both skaters and their parents.It not only provides detail information and graphics about each move and jump on ice, but also give a good advice on how important it is for off ice training and passion of the sport. ... Read more

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Gain the inside edge on winning competitive events! In Artistry on Ice: Figure Skating Skills and Style, former Olympic silver medalist Nancy Kerrigan shares the knowledge she has gained from years of performing at the highest levels of the sport.

Artistry on Ice: Figure Skating Skills and Style gives you an in-depth look at advanced techniques for jumps, spins, and freestyle moves in addition to body alignment and refining footwork, music, and expression. It shows you what it takes to excel from the perspective of one of figure skating’s champions.

Four chapters are devoted solely to competition, covering the music, choreography, costumes, and other elements to create the ultimate performance. Also included are renowned trainer Igor Burdenko’s insights on physical preparation for powerful and fluid skating.

From triumphs over personal tragedy to her superb performance under pressure in the 2000 Goodwill Games, Kerrigan prevailed against many challenges during her 20-year career. Now she teams with former competitive figure skater and professional instructor Mary Spencer to share the insight that will take your skating to the top. ... Read more

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Great Resource for Skaters!
Nancy Kerrigan, two-time Olympic medalist, has written a book for skaters full of tips and advice that she has learned and used during her years as a Senior skater. Nancy states in the introduction, "Artistry on Ice is not focused on the early fundamentals...[it] is intended for intermediate to advanced skaters...and includes tips for sharpening their competitive skills". However, even beginners will benefit from the many tips and land and water excercises featured in the book to develop strength for skating. This book features clear instructions and full-color photographs covering nearly every aspect of intermediate and advanced skating, including all kinds of jumps, spins, essential skills like spread eagles and spirals, competition, partner skating, off-ice training, and more. Also, you will find thousands of hints and tips for performing various skating movements that have worked for Kerrigan herself. Plus, a whole section of the book is devoted to competition, covering cosutmes, music, choreography, and bringing it all together. This book is full of practical advice and will help all skaters reach for that shining star!

Insightful Guide for Figure Skaters
This book is full of useful tips for beginner and intermediate skaters. I found it to be clear and concise. The photographs illustrated specific moves well. I have been figure skating since I was a tot and am now an adult -- this book helped to clarify specific techniques which had previously been elusive. I found the chapters on other forms of skating very interesting as well. ... Read more

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Meet 12-year-old Emily Hughes. Emily comes from a family of skaters and has been skating since she was three years old. Like her older sister Sarah, Emily has the courage, heart, and determination to follow her dream wherever it takes her. Told in Emily's own words and illustrated with breathtaking photographs by Jane Feldman, I Am a Skater takes young readers behind the scenes and right on the ice with Emily. There, they'll get a whirlwind tour of the skating world--from the hours of practicing to the excitementof Emily's first international competition to the joy of performing at New York City's Madison Square Garden. They'll even get to go backstage with Emily's favorite skating stars! I Am a Skater invites readers to lace up their skates and share Emily's thrills--and sometimes her spills--as she steps into the dizzying and dazzling world of ice skating! ... Read more

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Wonderful book for a little skater
I bought this for my daughter when she was three thinking it looked like a kids book. Its not really. But it is written in a way that a very young child could enjoy it.

It has become my daughters absolute favorite book that she has to have read to her every single night! And she has also grown to love and admire Emily Hughes from this book. She gets so excited when she sees her skate now or just sees her on tv doing an interview. Great book lots of pics!

THIS BOOK WAS A GOOD BOOK FOR ME TO READ/EMILY HUGHES (THE Y
THIS BOOK WAS A GOOD BOOK FOR ME TO READ/EMILY HUGHES (THE YOUNGER SISTER OF SARAH HUGHES, 2002 WINTER OLYMPICS IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH USA, LADIES SINGLES FIGURE SKATING GOLD MEDALIST), TO START HER CAREER WITH

I know I read last year, but its really good. You learn a lot from Emily, her stand point. This for kids, but parents you read this before you let your kids read it. Thank you.

Also recommended: Her sister Sarah Hughes, I Skate, by Margot Falkner (I forgot if thats her name, its out of print now), A Young Skater, by Jill Kientez (I think thats the title, I think spelt the author last name right, its also of print now)

A Sweet and Lovely Risng Star!
I have met Emily Hughes a few times.She is a lovely young lady who is one of America's brightest rising figure skating stars! This is a beautiful book chock full of great pictures.It is a must have for any little girl who has a dream...they can come true! ... Read more

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The kids in the After-School Sports Club are going on a field trip to the local rink. Everyone is excited to learn how to skate -- except Alyssa, who is not sure she is ready to give it a try. Can the rest of the kids show her how much fun skating can be? ... Read more

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Sketches the history of ice skating from its beginning as a means of travel to its current status as a sport; discusses the contributions of Sonja Henie and other Olympic stars. ... Read more

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Describes the beginnings, challenges, disappointments, and triumphs of prominent men and women in the sport of figure skating. ... Read more

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This practical guide explores the world of ice skating. The book starts with basic steps and moves through turns, jumps, and spins, describing each technique in detail. There are also special sections on the rink, what to wear, terminology, staying warm on the ice, and safety tips. ... Read more

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Fantastic book for the young ice skater
Having just read this book I am astonished at it's beauty. The skaters all look at ease which has motivated my daughter to want to do more. Both my daughter and I enjoy reading the book together and it has been a great helpafter each private skating lesson to understand exactly what my daughterscoach has been saying. As a parent it is essential that I understand whatmy child needs to practise and this book certainly, has not only helped mydaughter but has helped me understand much more about this wonderful sportof figure skating. Many thanks to Peter Morrissey ... Read more

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Fair and unbiased account of this talented athlete
Unlike other purported "bios" of Tonya and Nancy, these writers obviously took the time to interview those close to the skaters rather than depending on news stories for their material. Their attention to detail and the interesting details of backstage life in the fast-paced world of international figure skating make this an interesting read.

Interesting but Quick Read about the Tonya/Nancy Debacle
This book was hastily churned out at the height of the Tonya/Nancy knee-whacking incident as a quick money maker for the author and publisher. The problem with this book is that it is not a well-rounded biography of Tonya; the emphasis is too much on the knee-whacking incident and shortly thereafter, stopping just before the '94 Winter Games. It is an interesting collectible for Tonya-philes, but does not give a full portrait of the talented, complex, troubled young woman. Hopefully a more comprehensive biography of Ms. Harding will be available in the future. ... Read more

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Katherine Oak, a former figure skater, lost her leg three years ago after an accident on the ice uncovered an advanced stage of cancer. After living a life of quiet isolation, recovering in both mind and spirit, she is being asked to step into that world once again--this time as a sports announcer for a new cable sports show. The career would help her in many ways, but it would also mean interacting with a world that she thought that she could leave behind. ... Read more

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A skater's dream is on thin ice-.

Eleven-year-old Olivia Hudson eats, breathes, and dreams of becoming an Olympic ice-skater. But years of hard practice and competitions are suddenly worthless when her father decides to move them from Illinois to Alpine Lake, Colorado. As far as Livvy is concerned, he may as well have moved them to the desert. With no coach in Alpine Lake, her dreams for a super career on the ice are shattered!

Livvy does her best to adjust to her new life, but it's not easy being the new girl in a tiny town. So she's totally surprised when unexpected help comes from two mysterious sources. Could it be that her Olympic goals aren't out of reach after all?

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Great ice skating story for girls
We really liked this book and my daughter could not put it down once she started reading it. We needed a sport or hobby book for her reading log (4th grade) and this fit the bill perfectly. I would definitely recommend it for girls in the 7 to 12 age group.

the Shunning
I have read all of Beverly Lewis adult books and long for more.I am intrigued by the stories of Lancaster County Pa.Looking forward to more tales of the simple life.Beverly, thank you very much for soothing "winter" reading.I really enjoyed your stories.

Dreams On Ice is great!
Dreams On Ice by Beverly Lewis is a fabulous story about an eleven year old girl named Olivia Hudson.Her dreams of becoming a professional figure skater are put on hold when she and her dad move to Alpine Lake, Colorado after her mom dies from cancer.Olivia makes friends in some unexpectedplaces and begins to really enjoy her new home.I love it when she gets tomeet her pen pal and finds a place to skate. I enjoyed this book because Ilike to ice skate like Olivia. I have read nearly all of Beverly Lewis'Cul-De-Sac Kids books and this book in the Girls Only series is just aswonderful.I'm looking forward to reading the 3 other books in thisseries.by Kaitlyn Drennan, 10 years old ... Read more

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Gold medal–winning skaters always have a beginning and I Love Skating! takes you there. Readers meet 5-year-old Anastasia and join in the fun she has on the ice. Anastasia may be young, but she has enough talent and enthusiasm for a skater twice her size!

Just in time for the Olympics!
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Its okay but there are better books out there
Its a cute little book. I bought this the same time i bought I am a Skater about Emily Hughes. The other book is way better and my 4 year old enjoy it more. She rarely wants me to read this one to her.

Terrible
Terrible. Chose some random girl -why? Kids are more advanced at this age if they are interested. Nothing special. Like to see a book on a true young talent early on.

My Daughter Loved This Book ...
My seven year old daughter is in her third year of figure skating and really loved this book.The elements that little Nastia is working on are the same ones my daughter is doing, so she thought it was great to compare!She also loved the appearance by Emily Hughes.

A Really Cute Book!
My 2 year old actually picked this one out herself. The pictures are real pictures of little 5-year old Nastia and it follows her into the rink and at various competitions. The wording is a little above my toddler so I improvise but she LOVES this book! I recommended it for anyone with little girls. It's darling. ... Read more

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All the hopes of a Frenchman, Baron Pierre de Coubertin, were realized in 1896, when the first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens. He had dreamt of an international sporting festival where the world's supreme athletes could compete against each other for the title of Olympic champion. Although the Games have continued as the most prestigious sporting championship for amateur athletes, de Coubertin's Olympic ideal has been constantly challenged. For many athletes, taking part is not enough and winning is everything. Politics and the misuse of drugs have often dominated the headlines, casting a shadow over the sporting triumphs and achievements that represent the true spirit of the Olympic Games. This series examines the history of the Games through eight of the most popular sports. This book is a tribute to all the ice-sports competitors - the winners and the losers - who have taken part in the Olympic Games and helped to make them the ultimate sporting event. ... Read more