Carmen the Cheerleading Fairy

Carmen the Cheerleading Fairy is part of the long-running Rainbow Magic series, a collection of children's fantasy books published by Scholastic. Conceived under the collective pseudonym Daisy Meadows, the series follows the adventures of girls who assist fairies in maintaining order in Fairyland. This specific installment was published in 2017 as part of the Sports Fairies sub-series, which aligns with the brand's established strategy of introducing new magical characters tied to specific hobbies or activities to engage young readers.

The books are noted for their simple, accessible prose and highly consistent design, featuring character-driven narratives meant to appeal to early readers. The illustrations are credited to various artists employed by Working Partners, the series developer, who maintain a distinct, colorful aesthetic across hundreds of titles. While the series is often criticized by literary reviewers for its formulaic structure, it has been widely successful in the elementary school market for its encouragement of independent reading.