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Author
Publisher
Zondervan
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
250 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Through years of hard work and determination, Biles has relied on her faith and family to stay focused and positive, while having fun competing at the highest level and doing what she loves. In her own words she takes you through the events, challenges, and trials that carried her from an early childhood in foster care to a coveted spot on the 2016 Olympic team.
Author
Series
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
75 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles is an example of bravery, resilience, and persistence. Looking back at her incredible career, she details her entry into gymnastics at just six years old and her rise to becoming the most decorated American gymnast of all time. With candor, she discusses her daily disciplines, the importance of speaking up, and why female empowerment matters.
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
180 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
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...
