Scarbrough, Mary Hertz

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.

Two-time Women s World Cup soccer champion and Olympic gold medalist Megan Rapinoe shines on the field and off! She wows fans with her brilliant skills and uses her fame to promote causes she s passionate about. In Women in Sports: Megan Rapinoe, 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.

Presents a history of African American writers and journalists and discusses the contributions that have been made.

"Offers a broad scope of statistics on U.S. presidential elections from George Washington to Barack Obama. Entries are presented in vivid and colorful info graphic formats, utilizing graphic organizers, timelines, charts, graphs, maps, and other info graphics as appropriate"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes the people and action of Revolutionary War battles that took place in New York, particularly the Battle of Harlem Heights, which underscored General Washington's battle philosophy and boosted the morale of his troops.

"Describes notable heroes of the American Revolution"--Provided by publisher.