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Story of Olympic gymnast and motivational speaker Dominique Dawes. She knew what she wanted-a gold medal in the Olympics-and she worked to make it happen, winning her first at age 19. With her personal motto, "Determination, dedication, and desire," Dominique went on to win two more Olympic gold medals in gymnastics. And today she carries her message to kids and adults as a motivational speaker with a passionate message-Never give up on your dreams!...
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ly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams. Aly's road to success was full of hard work, perseverance, and victories, but not without its hardships. Aly faced many obstacles, from naysayers who said she'd never make it in gymnastics to classmates who shamed her for her athletic...
4) Aly Raisman
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Kids will be delighted to learn all about this amazing athlete s achievements. This title will cover Aly Raisman s early years, how she got started in gymnastics, and how she earned her six Olympic medals. Colorful full-bleed photographs, extra fun facts about Aly, and a glossary complete this title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words;...
5) Simone Biles
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Presents the life and accomplishments of the Olympic gymnast, from her childhood in foster care to her earning nineteen World and Olympic medals combined.
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A talented college gymnast with Olympic dreams is changed when he meets a mysterious stranger named Socrates who holds the power to tap into new worlds of strength and understanding. The gymnast suffers a serious injury, but with the help of Socrates and an elusive young woman, he discovers that he has much to learn and even more to leave behind before he can become a peaceful warrior and find his destiny.
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