Samantha on a Roll

Samantha on a Roll by Ashman, Linda. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780374363994.

A New York Times Notable Childrens Book for 2011 Samantha cant wait to try out her new roller skates, but Mamas too busy too help her. Whats a girl to do? Well, this girl isnt waiting. While Mama tends to other things, Sammy straps on the skates. First she glides down the hallway. Then she tries the sidewalk. Next, she ventures a bit farther down the street. Shes doing great! But when she finds herself cresting Hawthorn Hill, its too late to stop-- Samantha is on a roll!