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Little People Big Dreams - Wilma Rudolph

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Part of the Little People Big Dreams series

Adjectives

inspirational engaging educational

Genres

Biography Sport

Synopsis

Wilma Rudolph overcame polio as a child to become a world-class sprinter. Despite doctors saying she would never walk again, she regained her strength by age 12. Excelling in basketball and sprinting, she earned the nickname "Skeeter" for her speed. At the 1960 Olympics, Wilma won gold medals and set world records, inspiring athletes worldwide.

About the author

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a talented author from Spain who loves to tell inspiring true stories. She is best known for creating the 'Little People, BIG DREAMS' series, which shares the amazing lives of famous people from around the world. Maria hopes her books encourage children to dream big and believe in themselves.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2019

Community rating

Average score: 4.33

From 3 readers

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