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Books in Victoria Torres, Unfortunately Average series

  • Curveball

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Stone Arch Books, Jan. 1, 2017)
    It's summer time and that means softball season! Victoria Torres is joining up with some of her friends to play co-ed softball on a city-league team coached by none other than her dad. As an experienced pitcher, Vicka thinks this is her chance to shine on the mound. But her Dad has different plans. He wants her and her strong arm in centerfield, but Victoria hates being stuck in the outfield! How will she deal with this curveball? A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts build on the book's theme, while healthful living tips and a tasty recipe add to the fun.
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  • Face the Music

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    For Victoria Torres, middle school band is a completely average experience. So when her band director asks for a volunteer to play the band's new piccolo, Victoria sees it as her shot to shine.
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  • So Much Drama

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Victoria Torres dreams of being cast as Juliet in her class's production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. So imagine her disappointment when she's cast as Friar Laurence, a bald old man! But Vicka knows that the way to shine in any role is to do your best. But will her best be enough to stop another disappointed cast member from completely sabotaging the big performance? The class play is turning to far more drama than even Shakespeare could have imagined! A recipe, tips for positive living, and discussion questions enhance this library edition.
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  • Dance Fever

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Stone Arch Books, Jan. 1, 2017)
    When bossy Annelise insists on making the school fundraiser a stuffy formal dance, the rest of the committee worries that the boys won't go and the fundraiser will be a flop. Victoria Torres suggests they trade tiaras for cowboy hats and make the dance a Wild West theme. Annelise finally agrees but on one condition: they make it a Sadie Hawkins dance where the girls ask the boys. Will Victoria find the nerve to ask her crush Drew to the dance, or will she remain the most unfortunately average chicken around? A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts enrich this chapter book and a recipe and helpful tips add to the fun.
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  • Birthday Glamour!

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Most years, Victoria Torres loves the family birthday party she shares with her grandmother. But now that she's turning twelve, the family party seems completely average.Victoria has to choose: friends or family?
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  • Formula for Friends

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    When it comes to math, Victoria Torres is completely average. On the other hand, her older sister, Sofia, is captain of the math team. Can Victoria lead the team to victory, or will her sister's bossy ways be too much to bear?
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  • Vicka for President!

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Middleton Middle School is holding class elections and the sixth-grade's choice for president includes Henry, who's only running on a dare, and Annelise, who's only interested in being bossy. Victoria Torres can't help but think that a class president should try to improve the school and get people to work together, so she decides to throw her unfortunately average hat in the ring. But when the campaign turns dirty, Victoria can't help but wonder if shining as class president is even worth it?
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  • Pompom Problems

    Julie Bowe

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Now that Victoria Torres is in middle school, being popular is more important than ever, and Victoria is positive being a cheerleader is the best way to secure her popularity. Will Victoria remember that being a positive role model is just as important as nailing her cartwheel, or will tryouts leave her feeling far below average?
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  • Curveball

    Julie Bowe

    Library Binding (Stone Arch Books, Jan. 1, 2017)
    It's summer time and that means softball season! Victoria Torres is joining up with some of her friends to play co-ed softball on a city-league team coached by none other than her dad. As an experienced pitcher, Vicka thinks this is her chance to shine on the mound. But her Dad has different plans. He wants her and her strong arm in centerfield, but Victoria hates being stuck in the outfield! How will she deal with this curveball? A glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts build on the book's theme, while healthful living tips and a tasty recipe add to the fun.
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  • Birthday Glamour!

    Julie Bowe

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Most years, Victoria Torres loves the family birthday party she shares with her grandmother. But now that she's turning twelve, the family party seems completely average.Victoria has to choose: friends or family?
    T
  • So Much Drama

    Julie Bowe

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Victoria Torres dreams of being cast as Juliet in her class's production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. So imagine her disappointment when she's cast as Friar Laurence, a bald old man! But Vicka knows that the way to shine in any role is to do your best. But will her best be enough to stop another disappointed cast member from completely sabotaging the big performance? The class play is turning to far more drama than even Shakespeare could have imagined! A recipe, tips for positive living, and discussion questions enhance this library edition.
    U
  • Formula for Friends

    Julie Bowe

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    When it comes to math, Victoria Torres is completely average. On the other hand, her older sister, Sofia, is captain of the math team. Can Victoria lead the team to victory, or will her sister's bossy ways be too much to bear?
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