An inspiring picture book biography of the First woman to win a Gold medal in Track and field. --School Library Journal.
Pair with Kathleen Krull\'s Wilma Unlimited or Pat Zietlow Miller\'s The Quickest Kid in Clarksville for a dashing good time. -- Booklist A great choice for women\'s history lesson plans, gym teachers, or to teach the character trait of determination.
Using color and texture well, the nicely composed digital illustrations convey a sense of athletic grace that enhances the inspiring story.
The text flows well as it tells this heartening story of grit, determination, and lasting achievement.
Perfect for Women\'s History units, as well as for reports on lesser-known sports heroes, Unbeatable Betty includes an author\'s note narrating Betty\'s later life after her win, as well as a bibliography.
In less than five years, she relearned how to stand, to walk, and finally to run again and try to taste Gold once more in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.
But Betty didn\'t let that stop her.
Her plans changed forever when a horrible plane crash left her in a wheelchair, with one leg shorter than the other.
She was set for Gold again and had her eyes on the 1932 Olympics.
At only sixteen years old, Betty Robinson became the First Female Gold Medalist in Track and Field in the 1928 Olympics and an overnight sensation. -- Kirkus With Joanie Stone\'s colorful illustrations and Allison Crotzer Kimmel\'s inspirational text, this biography is a reminder of how it takes more than sheer talent to be a champion; an Unbeatable spirit of determination and hard work is also needed.
This vivid portrait is sure to encourage young readers and listeners to pursue their dreams.
This powerful volume provides a specific but inspiring tale of athletics, feminism, resilience, and teamwork.
It\'s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.
This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6.
Young readers intrigued by the Summer 2021 Olympics in Tokyo will be inspired by this story.
An inspiring picture book biography of the First woman to win a Gold medal in Track and field
