gymnasts

Looks at the life of American Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles.

Discusses what it takes to become a professional gymnast, while providing an insider's look at the life of a gymnast, from preparing for competition to events outside the gym.

"At the 2016 Summer Olympics, Simone Biles dazzled gymnastics fans across the globe with each jaw-dropping flip, twist, and dismount. Her record-breaking performance catapulted her to the top of the sport, and she quickly became a hero to young people. But well before Simone faced Olympic trials on the balance beam and rings, she confronted real-life challenges as a kid, as she moved in and out of foster care. With the support and love of her grandparents, plus her unwavering drive to make history on the ultimate stage in sports, she grew into an incredible role model and activist--and one of the greatest athletes of our time. Filled with sports action and bold comic-style illustrations, this inspiring biography recounts the incredible life of a world class gymnast"--From the publisher's web site.

"With a mix of spot art, diagrams, and comic panels, this biography celebrates Simone Biles's achievements in gymnastics"--Provided by publisher.

At 12 years old, Simone Biles was already giving her all to gymnastics. Her passion and drive for the sport pushed her to become the most decorated gymnast in the world. In Women in Sports: Simone Biles, you'll discover what makes her one of the greatest women in sports! Women in Sports, a high-interest, lower-reading-level series for young readers, celebrates the accomplishments of six amazing female athletes. Photo-filled biographies highlight the courage, dedication, and passion that drove these sports stars to the top of their careers. Glossary words are defined on the page where they appear, boosting reader comprehension.

"A book for high school students about the life and career of Olympic gymnast Simone Biles"--Provided by publisher.

"With a mix of spot art, diagrams, and comic panels, this biography celebrates Simone Biles's achievements in gymnastics"--Provided by publisher.

A brief overview of the life of gymnast Gabby Douglas, who competed at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

High school sophomore Danny excels at gymnastics but is bullied, like the rest of the gymnasts, by members of the football team, until an emotionally and physically scarred new student joins the football team and forms an unlikely friendship with Danny.

"At two, Haines didn't know that she would be committing to twenty-one years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance-- and that she faced serious injury, emotional distress, and continuous sexual assault. Here she details her experiences as a competitive gymnast and the painful realities of being one of [Larry] Nassar's many victims. While examining a dangerously toxic culture that needs to be fixed, she tells how faith, family, and an army of survivors made healing possible"--Adapted from dust jacket.