Score Out

Perfect Balance Gymnastics #6

by Melisa Torres, Zachary Christensen (Illustrator)

Meet Carmen and her teammates; strong diverse girls reaching their goals!Carmen Alvarez is new to competitive gymnastics, and it isn’t quite what she expected. Her Level 4 season is having a rough start with silly mistakes and several falls. Carmen continues to work hard. But just when she has competition figured out, she learns she must score a 34.00 All-Around to be eligible for Level 5. What will Carmen do if her season ends without getting the coveted 34.00 All-Around? Can she talk her family and coaches into letting her attend one more meet to try to get the score? And if she can get to another meet, will she be able to score out?Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books teach girls to be kind to each other, flexible in life, courageous, strong, and most of all, confident. The books set the reader in the world of gymnastics. The characters are relatable and have age appropriate challenges. Each book explores a major life lesson that empowers girls to understand their own inner strengths.Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books increase reading level from 2nd grade to 6th grade as the series progresses. Score Out is the sixth book in the series and is a 4th/5th grade reading level. Score Out appeals to 8-12 year-olds. Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books are chronological, but each story can stand alone.

245 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 17, 2019

About the author

Melisa grew up in San Jose, California where she trained at Almaden Valley Gymnastics Club for ten years. Melisa moved through the competitive Junior Olympic levels of USA Gymnastics. She then went on to compete for Utah State University. At Utah State Melisa was part of a record breaking team who won Big West Championships in 1996 and 1998. Melisa was also a two time Academic All-American and team captain.

At Utah State Melisa got her BS in Psychology and a minor in Literature.

​Melisa stays involved in gymnastics by occasionally coaching (as a sub) at local gyms and choreographing floor routines. She also loves following elite and college gymnastics.

Melisa lives in Utah and is a single mother to two active boys. Their favorite things to do together are skiing, swimming, going to the library, and dancing in the kitchen.

Reviews

[Rebecca]

I didn't finish this one because I really think it's aimed at gymnasts, only--it was all gymnastics all the time, and most of the terms weren't explained. It was also predictable, so I felt safe in not finishing it. Thanks to Libro.FM for a free educator copy of the audiobook.

[Mckinley Howard · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one of my favorites from the whole series because of the themes of hard work, family, and dedication. The characters are fun and cute. Enjoyable read!

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

My daughter loves these books, and I love reading them to her!

[Jacqueline · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m reading this series in a book club-type of way with my niece, Madalyn, an aspiring gymnast. As a former gymnast myself, this series brings back so many memories and it so true to form. I feel like I’m back in my meets right alongside, Carmen, Paige, Trista, Savannah, and Marissa. What a joy Score Out was to read! The thrill of getting your skills and scoring well at meets is an exciting part of the sport and Melisa Torres does a phenomenal job describing it all.