hamilton, bethany

Introduces readers to the life of surfer Bethany Hamilton, and how she returned to surfing after a shark attack.

"After she lost her arm in a shark attack, many were unsure whether Bethany Hamilton would ever surf again. But she set their fears to rest when she got back on her board only a few weeks later! . . This . . . graphic nonfiction title tells the true story of the attack, from the shark's first contact to Bethany's return to the water"--.

Illustrations and rhyming text relate the inspirational story of surfer Bethany Hamilton whose arm was severed by a tiger shark. Overcoming doubts and tremendous physical challenges, she later went on to compete in surfing contests all over the world with strong determination to keep "riding the waves.".

Bethany Hamilton shares the story of her lifelong love of surfing, and tells how she was able to recover and return to competition with the help of her family, friends, and faith after losing her arm in a shark attack at the age of thirteen.

Presents a collection of photographs showcasing the surfing skills and life of Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer who continued surfing even after she lost one of her arms. Offers anecdotes from Bethany herself, urging readers to use their faith, love, and passion to achieve their goals against the odds.

Bethany Hamilton shares the story of her lifelong love of surfing, and tells how she was able to recover and return to competition with the help of her family, friends, and faith, after losing her arm in a shark attack at the age of thirteen.

A brief overview of the life of surfer Bethany Hamilton that focuses on how she returned to surfing after losing her arm in a shark attack.

Presents the survival story of Bethany Hamilton, a surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack.

A brief overview of the life of surfer Bethany Hamilton that focuses on how she returned to surfing after losing her arm in a shark attack.