Simone Biles
Author
Publisher
Zondervan
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 10
Physical Desc
250 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
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Description
"Simone takes you through the events, challenges, and trials that carried her from an early childhood in foster care to a coveted spot on the 2016 Olympic team" --
Through years of hard work and determination, Biles has relied on her faith and family to stay focused and positive, while having fun competing at the highest level and doing what she loves. In her own words she takes you through the events, challenges, and trials that carried her from...
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Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
180 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
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Description
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