Sports Heroes: Inspiring Tales of Athletes Who Stood Up and Out

by Mia Cassany

Book Overview

Introduce kids to these 16 inspirational people who have broken down barriers to revolutionize the world of sports.

These heroes pushed themselves beyond their own limits, took risks, and overcame prejudices like racism, sexism, and ableism to make it to the top of their field.

Discover why and how people such as Dick Fosbury (USA), Sonja Henie (Norway), and Gino Bartali & Fausto Coppi (Italy) became sport heroes. The stories...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1914519183
• ISBN13: 9781914519185
• Release Date: April 2022
• Publisher: Orange Mosquito
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 10.8"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3