Raising the Bar: Black Women Who Changed Gymnastics

By Ngeri Nnachi

Book Overview

Black women are a force in the gymnastics world. But it wasn't until 1992 that Betty Okino and Dominique Dawes became the first Black women to compete in the Olympics for Team USA. Learn about the Black gymnasts and coaches of the past and present who have made historic firsts, including Simone Biles, Sloane Blakely, and Corrinne Tarver. Then discover how Black women in gymnastics are making a difference on and off the mat.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CPM4VGHV
• ISBN13: 9798765628522
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.5" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 9 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 9