{"product_id":"cowgirl-grit-9781496558497","title":"Cowgirl Grit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCowgirl Grit: Middle Grade Rodeo Sports Fiction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCowgirl Grit follows Sydney Todachine, a young girl spending her summer at her grandfather's ranch who feels out of place among experienced cowboys and cowgirls. When she bonds with a beautiful horse, Sydney begins riding in secret to avoid embarrassment. As she practices pole bending with her new equine companion, Sydney must find the courage to face her fears and compete in the upcoming rodeo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast-Paced Sports Fiction for Young Readers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Jake Maddox Girl Sports Stories series, this book features easy-to-read text designed for ages 9-12. The fast-paced action keeps middle grade readers engaged while exploring themes of self-confidence, overcoming fear, and building courage. Each chapter moves the story forward with momentum, making it an ideal choice for reluctant readers and sports enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRanch Life and Rodeo Competition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story immerses readers in authentic ranch adventures and rodeo culture, specifically focusing on the sport of pole bending. Sydney's journey from feeling out of place to finding her confidence through horse riding provides relatable character development. The Native American protagonist adds meaningful representation to middle grade sports fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEducational Back Matter Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the main story, Cowgirl Grit includes back matter support materials that enhance the reading experience. These supplementary resources help readers connect more deeply with the themes of teamwork, fair play, self-worth, and discipline that run throughout the Jake Maddox series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Jake Maddox Girl Sports Stories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jake Maddox series spans popular team sports, outdoor activities, survival adventures, and racing. Each story emphasizes teamwork, fair play, and strong character development. The books maintain a champion sprinter pace designed to motivate young athletes and encourage lifelong reading habits. From surfing in Hawaii to climbing mountains in Peru and Alaska, Jake Maddox's experiences inspire authentic sports storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIllustrated by Katie Wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKatie Wood graduated from Loughborough University School of Art and Design in 2004 and works as a freelance illustrator from her Leicester, England studio. Her bright and lively illustrations bring stories to life for books and magazines worldwide, adding visual appeal to this engaging sports fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis paperback edition delivers an empowering story perfect for summer reading, classroom libraries, and young readers seeking girl power narratives with authentic ranch and rodeo settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaddox, Jake:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \"Who is Jake Maddox? Athlete, author, world-traveler - or all three? He has surfed in Hawaii, scuba-dived in Australia, and climbed the mountains of Peru and Alaska. His books range from the most popular team sports to outdoor activities to survival adventures and even to auto racing. His exploits have inspired numerous writers to walk in his footsteps - literally! Each of his stories is stamped with teamwork, fair play, and a strong sense of self-worth and discipline. Always a team-player, Maddox realizes it takes more than one man (or woman) to create a book good enough for a young reader. He hopes the lessons learned on the court, field, or arena and the champion sprinter pace of his books can motivate kids to become better athletes and lifelong readers.\"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWood, Katie:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Since graduating from Loughborough University School of Art and Design in 2004, Katie Wood has been a freelance illustrator. From her studio in Leicester, England, she creates bright and lively illustrations for books and magazines all over the world.","brand":"Stone Arch Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681011077394,"sku":"9781496558497","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_f49302cc-1043-4a06-9f54-67f8e165d375.jpg?v=1733947499","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/cowgirl-grit-9781496558497","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}