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- Published
- 2017
- Ages
- 14–99
About the book
About the book
A moving memoir about the author's coming-of-age as a competitive figure skater.
AI summary
A moving memoir about the author's coming-of-age as a competitive figure skater.
Why parents choose this book
What makes Spinning worth choosing
An honest, parent-first look at who this book suits, what it offers, and what to know before you buy.
Best for
- Age range: 14–99 (fits siblings across a range).
- Reading maturity: Young adult — teen protagonists and more nuanced themes.
- Kids who tend to love it: Graphic Novels.
- Personality fit: kids ages 14–99 who enjoy a good story.
Parents love this book because
- Written by Tillie Walden, whose books parents return to for consistently thoughtful storytelling.
Your child will probably enjoy Spinning if they…
- Enjoy stories written for kids around ages 14–99
This book helps develop
Vocabulary, sustained attention, and reading confidence for the 14–99 age band.
Things parents should know
- Violence: cartoonish or off-page action.
- Language: occasional mild words for the older end of the band.
- Sexual content: essentially none.
Reading commitment
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Why we recommend it
We recommend Spinning for the 14–99 age band with a small heads-up on content — worth previewing or discussing. It leans into graphic novels in a way that feels genuine, not formulaic. Tillie Walden's voice is what makes it stick: readable, respectful of kids, and easy to hand to the next child in the family.
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