Growing up in foster care, Simone's gymnastics training was an anchor in her life. An energetic child, she loved to tumble and spin in the air, and began her career as an athlete aged just 14. By 19, she had won four gold medals for the USA. Despite the hardships she's faced, including an ADHD diagnosis, betrayal of trust, and struggles with the "twisties," a condition where you lose track of where you are in the air, she has faced them all to become one of the greatest athletes of all time, one of the world's most decorated gymnasts, and an advocate for mental health awareness.
This volume from the empowering Little People, BIG DREAMS series introduces young readers to one of America's athletic greats — and to the idea that she began as a child with a dream. With stylish and quirky illustrations, additional biographical details at the back, and a timeline of Simone's accomplishments, this is the perfect gift to inpire a new generation.
Recommended Age | 5 - 8 |
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Author | Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara |
Illustrator | Nadia Fisher |
ISBN | 0711285799 |
Publication Date | Jun 25, 2024 |
Publisher | Frances Lincoln Children's Books |
Series Name | Little People, BIG DREAMS |
Language | English |