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Epic athletes volume 8
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"The seventh book in a middle-grade nonfiction sports series that focuses on today's superstars and up-and-comers"--
Author
Language
English
Description
Aly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams. But it wasn't an easy road to success. Aly faced obstacle after obstacle, including naysayers who claimed that she didn't have the talent to compete at an elite level and classmates who shamed Aly for her athletic body. Through...
7) Simone Biles
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Series
Language
English
Description
Simone Biles joined the US women's gymnastics team to compete at the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2016. Along with her teammates, she sailed through her events to claim the gold medal in the team competition for the United States. She also took home three golds and a bronze in the individual events in which she competed. Though Biles follows an intense training routine, her schedule doesn't stop her from having fun. Learn all...
8) Simone Biles
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Simone Biles, providing exciting details about her life and going deep inside the key moments of her gymnastics career."--
9) Aly Raisman
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Aly Raisman, providing exciting details about her life and going deep inside the key moments of her gymnastics career."--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"In 2021, Simone Biles shocked the world when she pulled out of the Tokyo Olympic Games after experiencing the "twisties" -- a scary feeling during which gymnasts lose control of their bodies while mid-air. Audiences had expected Simone to dominate these games. With seven Olympic medals, twenty-five World Championships medals, and four gymnastic skills named after her, she is considered to be the G.O.A.T. of women's gymnastics. That summer, however,...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Maggie Nichols' official memoir is an inspirational tell-all about the abuse she suffered under the USA national gymnastic team and how she managed to redefine herself in the face of adversity. In 2015, Maggie risked everything when she revealed to her coach how USAG doctor Larry Nassar had been sexually abusing the athletes under his care. What ensued was an investigation that would capture the nation, involving multiple faculty members of the gymnastics...
13) Simone Biles
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Images accompany information about Simone Biles. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Story of Olympic gymnast and motivational speaker Dominique Dawes. She knew what she wanted-a gold medal in the Olympics-and she worked to make it happen, winning her first at age 19. With her personal motto, "Determination, dedication, and desire," Dominique went on to win two more Olympic gold medals in gymnastics. And today she carries her message to kids and adults as a motivational speaker with a passionate message-Never give up on your dreams!...
16) Gabby Douglas
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Although she's just 4 feet, 11 inches tall, Gabby Douglas made a larger-than-life impact on the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Gabby dominated the gymnastics all-around competition with her flawless execution and amazingly high flips, winning gold by a landslide. In early 2012, this pint-sized powerhouse was ready to quit gymnastics for good, but she kept going. Competing at the Olympics at just sixteen years old, she became the best female gymnast...
17) Aly Raisman
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Kids will be delighted to learn all about this amazing athlete's achievements. This title will cover Aly's early years, how she got started in gymnastics, and how she earned her six Olympic medals. Colorful full-bleed photographs, extra fun facts about Aly, and a glossary complete this title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Gabby Douglas amazed people at the 2012 Summer Olympics, as she helped Team USA win a gold medal before making history as the first African-American to win a gold medal in the individual all-around event. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and engaging text draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating life of this historic Olympic champion! Readers will learn about Douglas's family background, her early interest in gymnastics, and her move...
20) Heart of gold
Author
Pub. Date
1996.
Language
English
Description
The young woman who helped the U.S. women's gymnastics team win a gold medal at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta describes her lifelong interest in the sport and the lessons it has taught her.
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