Karate Kids

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Gi Ready! Belt Ready! Lets go! Its karate time.

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 shes still a beginner, but with focus, balance and determination and a little helping hand from her friends can she show Sensei what shes got

Written and illustrated by Holly Sterling, a karate champion and teacher, this is a joyful and uplifting celebration of the sport, and a must-have primer for any child hoping to be a karate kid one day, too!

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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, its reassuring, kind and will dispel any potential nervousness. * Booktrust *

Author Bio

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. Find her online at cargocollective.com/hollysterling, on Twitter as @holly_sterling and on Instagram as @hollysterling87.