Lawrence, Blythe

Over the years, many women have made contributions to gymnastics. Nadia Comaneci stunned the world at the 1976 Olympics and many talented athletes soon followed, including Svetlana Khorkina, Gabrielle Douglas, Simone Biles, and Sunisa Lee. Learn more about each woman's struggles and successes, and find out what makes them trailblazers.

An introduction to gymnastics, covering its history, training, judging, gymnasts, and more.

"Examines this violent extremism, armed conflict, and unrest, studies the reasons why it has flared up, and looks at how people have tried to resolve these situations"-- Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to gymnastics and explores its history.

The Louisiana Purchase tells one of the fascinating stories in the history of the United States.

Explores the achievments of some of the most successful male gymnasts in sports history, including Kohei Uchimura, Vitaly Scherbo, Mitch Gaylord, and more.

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.

"Learn what it takes to become a professional gymnast! Readers will get a[n] . . . insider look at the life of a gymnast, from preparing for competition to events outside the gym"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the history, development, and greatest athletes and moments of the sport of gymnastics. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Discusses gymnastics in the Olympics; describing the sport's Olympic history, dramatic moments, and key players.