Growing up in Damascus, the pool was Yusra Mardini\'s happy place.
Readers will dive into this courageous tale of an athlete, refugee, and hero who inspired the world with her resolve to pursue her Olympic dream..
One breath at a time.
Infused with hope, Yusra\'s story encourages readers to pursue their own dreams, revealing how she met waves of danger with strength and perseverance.
Crammed on a too-small Refugee boat, disaster strikes when the boat\'s motor breaks! Scared but determined, Yusra plunges into the water and starts swimming.
In the inspirational tale that follows, Yusra\'s courageous spirit shines.
Yusra and her sister set out on a harrowing journey, crossing the sea in search of safety.
But when war came to Syria, Yusra\'s home--and her pool--were no longer safe.
And with Swimming came a dream--to compete in the Olympic games.
She learned to swim before she could walk.
Growing up in Damascus, the pool was Yusra Mardini\'s happy place
