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Although mckennas story provides many inspiring lessons, the movie isnt overly preachy or maudlin. Meet four different american girls in this fourfilm set meant to raise young girls selfesteem and encourage them to follow their dreams. Mckenna brooks is the tenth girl of the year released by american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars a promising young gymnast finds her highflying goals getting in the way of her studies, and attempts to raise. Dreams are worth the challenge in new dvd american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars dvd and bluray combo pack buy direct or video on demand. Mckenna is practicing her backhand spring on the beam. Mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team, but off track in school, where. We hope that you and your girl love your purchase from american girl. An american girl on the homefront has all the joy, excitement and youarethere history of the bestselling books about molly mcintire. The movie is based on the american girl doll book series, mckenna, by mary casanova. American girl of the year mckenna play at american girl. This film is based on the mckenna books in the american girl series written by mary casanova. She is tutored by a schoolmate who must use a wheelchair for mobility.

A promising young gymnast finds her highflying goals getting in the way of her studies, and attempts to raise her grades with the help of a tutor while recovering from an injury in this inspirational story for the entire family. Is it ok for kids to read books outside their reading levels. With jade pettyjohn, kerris dorsey, nia vardalos, ian ziering. It was included with the doll when she was available for purchase. Details include the date it was added to uk netflix, any known expiry dates and new episodesseasons, the ratings and cast etc. Published 2012 author mary casanova illustrator brian hailes isbn 1593699948 next in series mckenna, ready to fly. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 this is a great movie for the family and kids, good moral story for all in the familya must see see more. A new american girl, aspiring gymnast mckenna brooks, comes alive in an american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2 is a 2012 american familydrama film starring actress jade pettyjohn,3 ysa penarejo,4 cathy rigby,5 nia vardalos,6 and ian ziering. Mckenna is a tenyearold girl in fourth grade who lives on queen anne hill in seattle, washington.

Sep 10, 2012 wow, it took me forever but i finally was able to watch the mckenna shoots for the stars movie. Mckenna shoots for the stars here is all the information you need about an american girl. Mckenna shoots for the stars mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team, but off track in school, where shes suddenly struggling to keep up. Be assured well do our very best to take care of you, but from time to time, we will not accommodate a return. Mckenna shoots for the stars dvd and bluray combo pack buy direct or video on demand american girl is a line of dolls and books that started in 1986. Music from and inspired by the american girl movies, dolls, and books. Wow, it took me forever but i finally was able to watch the mckenna shoots for the stars movie. Brooks believe that mckenna is spending too much time on gymnastics and not enough time on her school books. They proved popular enough that a live action movie was made in 2004, which was the first of many. The books indicate that mckenna is a level 4 gymnast, but the movie would have you believe the girls are already optionals level 7 or better based on the skills. Coach isabelle tells mckenna that the move she was doing is too advanced. It is about a 10 year old who is a gymnast but is falling behind in school. Mckenna american girl casanova, mary, hailes, brian on. American girl always puts out high quality content and mckenna shoots for the stars is no exception.

American girl books are usually good, and this one was, too. Based on the american girl dolls, this film follows a young gymnast who must rediscover her selfconfidence. Mckenna shoots for the stars is a surprisingly sweet and empowering tale, particularly for young girls regardless of whether they have an american girl doll or not. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 this is a great movie for the family and kids, good. Mckenna shoots for the stars youtube meet mckenna brooks, a determined and confident young gymnast, in this allnew, modernday adventure. Mckenna shoots for the stars dvd girl of the year american girl. Aug 26, 2015 music from and inspired by the american girl movies, dolls, and books. I love the mckenna american girl doll gymnastics books book because it reached me that doing gymnastics comes with a hard price and a easy price the hard price is that gymnastics comes with injuries and it costs a lot of money and the easy price is that you get to learn new tricks and you get to do it with your best friend i really recommend this book because its a really great book to read. The film is also the second in the series to feature a.

Coach isabelle tells mckenna that the move she was doing is way too advanced. American girl characters also populate a line of books that have earned the loyalty of millions of girls as well as praise and trust from parents and educators. Dec 27, 2011 i love the mckenna american girl doll gymnastics books book because it reached me that doing gymnastics comes with a hard price and a easy price the hard price is that gymnastics comes with injuries and it costs a lot of money and the easy price is that you get to learn new tricks and you get to do it with your best friend i really recommend this book because its a really great book to read. Girls who love gymastics, the mckenna doll, andor her books will watch this movie over and. Meet mckenna brooks, a determined and confident young gymnast, in this allnew, modernday adventure. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 kelsie loved this move. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up.

The world is at war, and she misses her father who is overseas caring for wounded soldiers. Mckenna score suite from american girl mckenna shoots. When her teacher suggests a tutor, shes embarrassed and desperate to keep it a secret from her friends. Grace stirs up success, isabelle dances into the spotlight, saige paints the sky, and mckenna shoots for. Mckenna shoots for the stars submitted by estermyer on july 27, 20, 4. Mckenna shoots for the stars released in pal territories as american girl. Not nearly as good as previous american girl films, because without a historical context to divert the writers and. The soundtrack is limited edition only available digitally for a short time from redeeming a code on the website that you receive from purchasing the dvd movie in stores. Mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team, but off track in school, where shes suddenly struggling to keep up. If you are the parent of a young girl, chances are you have already heard of the american girl books. We read this aloud to our 7 year old, and it was great because just like our daughter, mckenna loves gymnastics, struggles with reading, and goes for tutoring. Universal pictures home entertainment 1,174,323 views.

Its available to watch on tv, online, tablets, phone. Mckenna brooks is practicing her backhand spring on the beam. The film is also the second in the series to feature a girl of the. The books indicate that mckenna is a level 4 gymnast, but the movie would have you believe the girls are already optionals level 7 or better based on the skills they show in the routines. Shooting for the stars is a 2012 american familydrama film starring actress jade pettyjohn, ysa penarejo, cathy rigby, nia vardalos, and ian ziering. I am just going to say that i havent read the books how unlike me. She is skilled in gymnastics but struggles with her schoolwork, specifically reading comprehension. Mckenna shoots for the stars, released by universal studios home entertainment just in time for. If for any reason you dont, well try to find a way to make it right with an exchange, merchandise credit, or refund within two years of purchase. American girl mckenna comes to life in this modernday adventure about a determined gymnast who must focus on her strengths to overcome challenges and find a way to believe in herself again. Mckenna shoots for the stars a promising young gymnast finds her highflying goals getting in the way of her studies, and attempts to raise her grades with the help of a tutor while recovering from an injury in this inspirational story for the entire family.

Directed by 1 writing credits 3 cast 19 produced by 7 music by 1 cinematography by 1 film editing by 1 production design by 1 set decoration by 1 costume design by 1 makeup department 6 production management 2. An american girl mckenna shoots for the stars home. Since its inception, american girl has published books based on the dolls, with novels and other media to tie in with their dolls. As mckenna is feeling down, her best friend toulane thomas comes over and tells. Jade pettyjohn is a 19yearold girl who made her breakthrough in the film industry through the movie an american girl. American girl is a line of dolls and books that started in 1986. A seventh movie based on saige copelands stories entitled saige paints the sky was released in july 20, and a television film entitled isabelle dances into the spotlight, based on girl of the year 2014 isabelle palmer, was released in 2014. Mckenna shoots for the stars nia vardalos jade pettyjohn ian ziering 2012 a young girl jade pettyjohn struggles to maintain her school grades while competing as a gymnast.

There are 7 songs that are on the soundtrack to the american girl movie. Mckenna shoots for the stars american girl wiki fandom. When mckenna brooks jade pettyjohn is up on the balance beam. Im thinking here of the numerous advicenonfiction titles especially. The books follow various american girls throughout both historical eras and contemporary settings. Mckenna is on track to make the regional competitive gymnastics team. Girl of the year 2012, book 1 and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. A promising young gymnast finds her highflying goals getting in the way of her studies, and attempts to raise her grades with. Themes cover how to be a good friend, asking for help, and taking responsibility for your actions. American girl mckenna comes to life in this modernday adventure. Get the best deals on american girl mckenna doll when you shop the largest online selection at. Mckenna shoots for the stars trailer own it now on bluray duration.

Mckenna shoots for the stars is the faithful and entertaining live action version of the bestselling series of books. Mckenna shoots for the stars 2012 full movie youtube. Although mckennas story provides many inspiring lessons. Has anyone been able to find an exhaustive list anywhere of all of the books agpleasant company has ever published. The american girl series, by various authors, is a collection of novels set within toy lines fictional universe. Jade pettyjohn as mckenna brooks in an american girl. In july 2012, american girl released a directtovideo movie, mckenna shoots for the stars. Meet mckenna brooks, a determined and confident young gymnast, in this modernday adventure. The actress has managed to balance her acting and school work while exploring her other talents. Mckenna shoots for the stars is a movie retelling the stories of mckenna brooks. The film did so well and even launched a mckenna doll that is still the highestselling annual doll of the year. Mckenna shoots for the stars and other popular tv shows and movies including new releases, classics, hulu originals, and more.