Kid Olympians, summer : true tales of childhood from champions and game changers
Book |
Quirk Books,
Philadelphia, PA :
[2024]
- 2 of 2 Copies Available at Libraries in Niagara Cooperative
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
| Branch | Call Number | Location | Holdable? | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleming - Beamsville | J 796.0922 Ste | Children - Non-Fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Available |
| Welland Main | J796.0922 Ste | Children - Non-Fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Reshelving |
About
Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world's attention at the Summer Olympics. Featuring kid-friendly text and full-colour illustrations, 'Kid Olympians: Summer' highlights international athletes at the top of their field who have competed in the iconic Summer Olympic games.
Details
- ISBN: 9781683693710
- Physical Description: 239 pages : colour illustrations ; 22 cm.print
- Publisher: Philadelphia, PA : Quirk Books, [2024]
- Copyright: ©2024
- Bibliography, etc. Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Formatted Contents Note: Introduction -- Part 1. Racing ahead -- Jesse Owens : fighting the wind -- Wilma Rudolph : the feeling of freedom -- Usain Bolt : the fastest kid in Jamaica -- Tatyana McFadden : the world's fastest woman -- Part 2. Making history -- Dick Fosbury : daring to be different -- Nadia Comăneci : dreaming of somersaults -- Serena Williams : unstoppable -- Ibtihaj Muhammad : stronger than you think -- Part 3. Swimming into summer -- Gertrude Ederle : queen of the waves -- Michael Phelps : the boy who couldn't sit still -- Ellie Simmonds : wanting to win -- Yusra Mardini : a team that defies borders -- Part 4. Speaking out -- Tommie Smith : something to say -- Megan Rapinoe : everybody's responsibility -- Simone Biles : and still I rise -- Naomi Osaka : a call to action.
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Target Audience Note:
009-012.