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by Monica Brown (Author)
Lola is convinced that soccer reigns supreme, but she is challenged by a new ballet-dancing classmate in this funny, kid-favorite chapter book series.
"If you've never had a best friend, Lola Levine will undoubtedly become your first. Her appeal is boundless."―Rita Williams-Garcia, Coretta Scott King Author Award winner for One Crazy Summer When new classmate Bella, a ballet dancer, walks into Lola's class at Northland Elementary, all Lola can see is pink everywhere--pink ribbons, a pink sweatshirt, and pink tennis shoes. Yuck! Pink is Lola's least favorite color. Plus, ballet isn't nearly as hard as soccer, is it? Lola and Bella can't seem to stop squabbling. But when a mishap during class lands them in Principal Blot's office, Lola's mom comes up with a scheme--a ballet scheme--that just might make these classroom rivals realize that ballet dancers and soccer players have more in common than they ever thought possible. But is it too late for Lola to make a new friend? In the third book in this series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style! Perfect for!★ Fans of Junie B. Jones
★ Reluctant readers
★ Soccer enthusiasts
★ Ballet dancers
★ Anyone who's gone outside their comfort zone! Don't miss all the Lola Levine adventures!
Lola Levine Is Not Mean! (#1)
Lola Levine Drama Queen (#2)
Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme (#3)
Lola Levine meets Jelly and Bean (#4)
Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream (#5)
Lola Levine and the Halloween Scream (#6)
Lola Levine and the Dinosaur Scene (#7)
Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam (#8)
Author Biography
Monica Brown is the author of many magical multicultural books for children, including the Lola Levine series and the award-winning Waiting for the Biblioburro / Esperando el Biblioburro, Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match / Marisol McDonald no Combina, and Frida and Her Animalitos. Monica's books are inspired by her Peruvian and Jewish heritage and her desire to bring fun and empowering stories to children. Monica lives in Flagstaff, Arizona, with her family. She invites you to visit her online at monicabrown.net.
Angela Dominguez was born in Mexico City, grew up in the great state of Texas, and now lives in Brooklyn. She is the author and illustrator of Knit Together, Let's Go, Hugo!, Maria Had a Little Llama, and Santiago Stays.
Number of Pages: 112
Dimensions: 0.3 x 7.6 x 5.2 IN
Publication Date: November 01, 2016
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.1
Point Value: 1
