Gottfried, Barbara

". . . looks at more than thirty-five adaptive sports that provide modifications to allow people with disabilities to live an active lifestyle"--Publisher.

Aubrey Drake Graham, better known as Drake, was famous for playing Jimmy Brooks on the television show Degrassi: The Next Generation before becoming a big rap star. His songs and albums have won many honors, including Grammy Awards and topping the Billboard Hot 100 lists. Growing up with a single mother who struggled to pay the bills, Drake is now worth millions of dollars and donates to charitable causes.

A biography of Canadian hip-hop singer and actor Drake covering his early life, his career in music and television, and his charitable work.

Describes the benefits of exercise, and the laws and rights that provide persons with disabilities the ability to play sports. Highlights a variety of adaptive sports, as well as the Paralympic Games. Includes profiles of athletes, ten questions to ask a physical therapist, color photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and further resources.

Shares the life and career of Drake, rapper and actor.