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Simone Biles / written by Kekla Magoon ; interior illustrations by Gillian Flint.

Magoon, Kekla, (author.). Clinton, Chelsea, (writer of introduction.). Flint, Gillian, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Simone Biles was raised by her grandparents and had to overcome many hardships as a child. After trying gymnastics for the first time on a field trip from elementary school, Simone continued with the sport, working hard and reaching professional levels. She persisted in the field and went on to become the most decorated US gymnast of all time. Through it all, she inspired kids everywhere to follow their dreams. In this chapter book biography...readers learn about the amazing life of Simone Biles–and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Simone Biles’s footsteps and make a difference!" --publisher's website.

Record details

ISBN: 9780593620670
ISBN: 0593620674
Physical Description: 64 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Publisher: New York : Philomel, an imprint of Penguin Random House, 2023.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"Inspired by She persisted by Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger." "Ages 6-9" --back cover.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 64)
Formatted Contents Note:	Finding home -- The tiny tumbler -- Meets and mats -- Giving it her all -- Going for gold -- Greatest of all time -- How can you persist.
Target Audience Note:	Ages 6-9. 770L Lexile