phelps, michael

"Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Michael Phelps began swimming at age seven at the urging of his mom. As a young boy, Michael was brimming with energy-more energy than most other kids his age-and Mrs. Phelps thought this sport could help keep him calm and focused. As Michael grew older, his skills improved, and he transformed into one of the greatest swimmers in the world, winning twenty-eight Olympic medals"--.

"Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Michael Phelps began swimming at age seven at the urging of his mom. As a young boy, Michael was brimming with energy-more energy than most other kids his age-and Mrs. Phelps thought this sport could help keep him calm and focused. As Michael grew older, his skills improved, and he transformed into one of the greatest swimmers in the world, winning twenty-eight Olympic medals"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life and career of Michael Phelps, discussing his childhood, family, struggle with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, career as a swimmer, Olympic performances, and other related topics.

A biography of American Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps. In 2008, he won eight gold medals at the Olympic Games in Beijing, breaking the record of most gold medals won at a single Olympics.

A biography of swimmer Michael Phelps, who won six gold medals at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens and eight at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.

A biography of American swimmer Michael Phelps, who won eight gold medals at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.

Examines the life and career of Michael Phelps, discussing his childhood, family, struggle with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, career as a swimmer, Olympic performances, and other related topics.

A brief biography of American Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps, discussing his childhood, family, and career in swimming.

"Michael Phelps, nicknamed the Flying Fish, is the most decorated Olympian of all time with a total of 28 medals. He has broken several world records in swimming and is now known as the greatest swimmer of all time. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, Phelps has broken the mold by overcoming the stigma surrounding the disorder. Although he retired from swimming after the 2016 Summer Olympics, Phelps still serves as a role model and a source of inspiration for young people around the world. This book provides readers with photographs and a timeline that give insight into Phelps's record-setting career.".

A biography of Michael Phelps.