Summary
Gi? Ready! Belt? Ready! Let’s go! It’s karate time. HAI-YAH!
Join Maya and all her friends as they get together at the dojo for their Saturday karate class! There are moves to remember, blocks to practise, and punches to perfect! Maya is a white belt, which means she’s still a beginner, but with focus, balance and determination – and a little helping hand from her friends – can she show Sensei what she’s got?
Written and illustrated by Holly Sterling, a karate…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781406394443 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1406394440 |
| Author: | Holly Sterling |
| Publisher: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Walker Books Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 4 June 2020 |
| Weight: | 270g |
| Audience Age: | 3-7 |
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Critics Review
Featured in a full page spread. * The Journal (Newcastle) *
A perfect read for little ones who might be starting a karate or other martial arts class, it’s reassuring, kind and will dispel any potential nervousness. * Booktrust *
Athlete Holly Sterling’s informative picture book is a wonderful introduction to the world of karate, full of fundamental lingo, made accessible through Sterling’s clear descriptions and straight-forward language. – 8 Great Books Celebrating Women in Sport * Children’s Books Ireland *
Holly Sterling
Holly Sterling is a children’s book author and illustrator whose titles include Hiccups!, the 15 Things Not To Do With a… series, written by Margaret McAllister, and the Everybody Feels… series, written by Moira Butterfield. Alongside making books, Holly is also passionate about karate and, from a young age, has competed and won individual and team medals at both European and World level. Holly is now retired from competitive karate but teaches at her own dojos in Durham and Sunderland.
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