Jumping Into Cheer

By Allison Sack

What if the one thing you never considered was exactly where you belonged?

When nine-year-old Carter stumbles across a cheerleading team flipping and soaring at the local carnival, he's instantly captivated. He's never seen anything like it-and he's definitely never imagined himself doing it. After all, boys don't do cheerleading... do they?

With a mix of nerves, curiosity, and a little nudge from Mum, Carter takes a leap-literally-into a trial class at the local all-star cheer gym. What follows is a journey packed with tumbles, triumphs, and new teammates who quickly become like family.

From wobbly cartwheels and stunting fails to confidence-boosting wins and real friendships, Carter discovers that cheerleading isn't just about sparkles and pom-poms. It's about strength, resilience, teamwork, and finding what lights you up inside.

Jumping Into Cheer is a heartwarming, high-energy story for readers aged 4-8 that celebrates trying something new, challenging gender stereotypes, and being brave enough to be yourself. It's perfect for fans of action-packed sports stories, stories about confidence and inclusion, and any young reader who's still looking for their thing.

This uplifting tale also includes bonus content for families:

Spot-the-difference gameAccess to The Secret Book Club via password in the bookFree downloadable cheer-themed colouring sheets, activities, and more

Whether you're a cheer parent, a curious kid, or a family looking for something fresh and empowering to read together, Jumping Into Cheer is a vibrant and inspiring introduction to the world of cheerleading-from the eyes of a boy who dared to jump in.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764073436
• ISBN13: 9781764073431
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Cheerleader Book Club
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 3