Carmen is back in this story about family, friendships, gymnastics, and confronting her fear of missing out.

Carmen loves her family, her friends at middle school, and her friends at gymnastics. Sometimes it feels like she is always missing something for gymnastics, like her cousin's soccer games or an outing with her school friends. When her family decides to throw a fiesta for her abuela Carmen must decide if she can miss gymnastics for family. Will her choices impact her ability to make the Level 7 team?

Tough Choices is the fourth book in the Perfect Balance Gymnatics Optionals Series. It is written at a 7th grade reading level and appeals to 11-14-year-olds. Like all of the Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books, it promotes grace and confidence!