Key Player (Front Desk #4)
Written by Kelly Yang
Published by Scholastic, Inc.
The Women’s World Cup coming to Southern California, everyone is soccer-crazy — especially Mia Tang! The U.S. is playing China in the finals, and Mia feels like her two identities are finally coming together. Less exciting, though? The fact that her P.E. teacher wants Mia to get out of the soccer field, too — or fall short of the grade she needs to earn a spot at journalism camp. But as always, Mia Tang is ready with a plan: she’ll track down the two women’s teams, interview them, and write an A-grade article for P.E. instead!
It’s not so easy, though, finding professional athletes in Pasadena — or bringing two identities together, even during a game. As Mia aims for her goals, she’ll have to face prejudice, discrimination, and her own fears. But if anyone can find a way to win, it’s Mia Tang!
Don’t miss the rest of the series! Explore:
- Front Desk (Front Desk #1)
- Three Keys (Front Desk #2)
- Room to Dream (Front Desk #3)
- Top Story (Front Desk #5)
- Chef’s Secret (Front Desk #6)
Primary ISBN: 9781338776256
Publication Date: September 2022
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older
Community Represented: Chinese/Chinese American
Themes: Arts, Coming of Age, Cross-Group Friendship, Generation: 1st, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Sports, Welcoming by School
Setting: United States (Pasadena, CA)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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