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Editorial Reviews
Review
Praise for Freestyle:
Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year
Washington Post Best Book of the Year
Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children
American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens
Recipient of four starred reviews
★ "The cartooning instincts on display are superb, always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ “Galligan’s timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable, and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz’s routines and Sunna’s yo-yo prowess… A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression.” -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ “A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart.” -- School Library Journal, starred review
★ “Galligan’s crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story’s constant motion, making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels.” -- The Horn Book, starred review
"Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist
"Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids
"Brilliant... Readers will build visual literacy skills and encounter well-developed diverse characters. They will also get swept up in Galligan's amazing storytelling, achieved through expert use of the format. A must-purchase." -- School Library Connection
About the Author
Gale Galligan is the New York Times bestselling creator of Freestyle, Fresh Start, and four Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adaptations. When they aren’t making comics, Gale enjoys knitting, drumming, and spending time with their family and pets in Pearl River, New York. Gale is a founding member of the Comics Advocacy Group, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that is dedicated to making careers in comics more accessible and sustainable. Visit them online at galesaur.com.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it
Its great!
5.0 out of 5 stars great!
loveeee the plot was so good th twists and turns were amazing
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
good
4.0 out of 5 stars a great mg book about friendship
(Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. This has not impacted my review which is unbiased and honest.)First of all, who doesn't love the idea of a middle grade break dancing crew? Freestyle is a tender middle grade graphic novel about friendship. What I loved about Freestyle is that it examines when we have our "set" group of friends, but also find new ones. I think this lesson we have to learn as middle graders is huge. It's when we can become self-concious not only about ourselves, but things we've always done. There's something about sharing our friends and how that feels, which I think is a universal feeling for all of us.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story and Great Illustrations!
This book is super popular at my school. People giving it 4 stars because the character Sunna doesn't line up with their own view of how a hijabi should act and be are not fitting for a children's book. This is a 5 star read that kids will get on bord with.
5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter loved this book!
My 8 (almost 9) absolutely loved this book. Please do more in this series !!
5.0 out of 5 stars A story packed with heart and beautifully drawn
This is an absolutely lovely book! The story was a delight and it touches on so many issues at the heart of a typical middle schooler's life: balancing friendships and expectations and changes and parents and yo-yo tricks at the same time! Well, maybe yo-yo tricks aren't typical middle schooler fare, but they should be. The world would be a better place if they were. My kid loves this book so much I had to sneak it out of his room after bedtime to finish reading it myself. It's a treat!
5.0 out of 5 stars Friendship
Freestyle is an excellent graphic novel telling the story of friends in middle school. This book is a fantastic reminder that growing up and figuring out who you are and who you want to be isn’t easy. The art is excellent and the story is very believable.
Loads of fun!
This was loads of fun! Gotta love a good throwback to yo-yo’ing! Loads in this to unpick and talk about! I reckon Y6s will love this. Friendship, moving schools, doing well in school and all those challenges! Gorgeous spreads throughout too! Loads is wonderful characters in this!
Great
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AED8015
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Order today to get by 7-14 business days
Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.
Imported From: United States
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
Praise for Freestyle:
Barnes & Noble Best Book of the Year
Washington Post Best Book of the Year
Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
American Library Association Best Graphic Novel for Children
American Booksellers Association Indie Next Pick
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens
Recipient of four starred reviews
★ "The cartooning instincts on display are superb, always making room for setting, emotion, movement, and color for great visual variety... This inviting, heartfelt story will get readers into the groove of self-expression and lasting friendships." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ “Galligan’s timing -- both comedic and emotional -- is impeccable, and dynamic paneling paired with vibrant technicolor hues artfully complement the flow and energy of the Eight Bitz’s routines and Sunna’s yo-yo prowess… A thoughtfully rendered portrayal of friendship, growth, and joyful self-expression.” -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
★ “A visually kinetic, emotionally complex story of finding a sense of self while navigating relationships and expectations. Fun and full of heart.” -- School Library Journal, starred review
★ “Galligan’s crisp, bouncy, cartoonlike style captures the story’s constant motion, making for a fast-paced visual experience with yo-yo strings or b-boying limbs constantly busting out of panels.” -- The Horn Book, starred review
"Fans of Galligan's Baby-sitters Club comics will find similar themes of friendship and community in this engaging story, beautifully colored in candy hues by Czap." -- Booklist
"Kids who like graphic novels will enjoy this story of friends working through challenges." -- Kid Reporter Shaan Glazer, TIME for Kids
"Brilliant... Readers will build visual literacy skills and encounter well-developed diverse characters. They will also get swept up in Galligan's amazing storytelling, achieved through expert use of the format. A must-purchase." -- School Library Connection
About the Author
Gale Galligan is the New York Times bestselling creator of Freestyle, Fresh Start, and four Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adaptations. When they aren’t making comics, Gale enjoys knitting, drumming, and spending time with their family and pets in Pearl River, New York. Gale is a founding member of the Comics Advocacy Group, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that is dedicated to making careers in comics more accessible and sustainable. Visit them online at galesaur.com.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it
Its great!
5.0 out of 5 stars great!
loveeee the plot was so good th twists and turns were amazing
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
good
4.0 out of 5 stars a great mg book about friendship
(Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. This has not impacted my review which is unbiased and honest.)First of all, who doesn't love the idea of a middle grade break dancing crew? Freestyle is a tender middle grade graphic novel about friendship. What I loved about Freestyle is that it examines when we have our "set" group of friends, but also find new ones. I think this lesson we have to learn as middle graders is huge. It's when we can become self-concious not only about ourselves, but things we've always done. There's something about sharing our friends and how that feels, which I think is a universal feeling for all of us.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Story and Great Illustrations!
This book is super popular at my school. People giving it 4 stars because the character Sunna doesn't line up with their own view of how a hijabi should act and be are not fitting for a children's book. This is a 5 star read that kids will get on bord with.
5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter loved this book!
My 8 (almost 9) absolutely loved this book. Please do more in this series !!
5.0 out of 5 stars A story packed with heart and beautifully drawn
This is an absolutely lovely book! The story was a delight and it touches on so many issues at the heart of a typical middle schooler's life: balancing friendships and expectations and changes and parents and yo-yo tricks at the same time! Well, maybe yo-yo tricks aren't typical middle schooler fare, but they should be. The world would be a better place if they were. My kid loves this book so much I had to sneak it out of his room after bedtime to finish reading it myself. It's a treat!
5.0 out of 5 stars Friendship
Freestyle is an excellent graphic novel telling the story of friends in middle school. This book is a fantastic reminder that growing up and figuring out who you are and who you want to be isn’t easy. The art is excellent and the story is very believable.
Loads of fun!
This was loads of fun! Gotta love a good throwback to yo-yo’ing! Loads in this to unpick and talk about! I reckon Y6s will love this. Friendship, moving schools, doing well in school and all those challenges! Gorgeous spreads throughout too! Loads is wonderful characters in this!
Great
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