About This Book
Cheers for Gymnastics explores the common childhood emotion of jealousy through the eyes of Mateo, a talented gymnast. When a new, more skilled boy joins his team, Mateo struggles with feelings of inadequacy and envy, which begin to affect his performance and the team's cohesion. The story gently guides young readers through Mateo's internal conflict and his journey to overcome these feelings, ultimately learning the value of teamwork and friendship over individual glory. It's a great book for discussing sportsmanship, self-esteem, and how to welcome new people.
Mateo is used to being the best member of his gymnastics team. When a new boy with stronger skills joins, Mateo's jealousy threatens to knock everyone off balance right before the big Winter Challenge event.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How did Mateo feel when the new boy joined the team? Have you ever felt that way?
2
What does it mean to be a good teammate? How did Mateo learn to be a better teammate?
3
What are some ways you can handle feeling jealous or frustrated when someone else is really good at something?
4
Why is teamwork important in sports and in life?
5
What advice would you give Mateo about welcoming a new person to a group?
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