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Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman
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This award-winning true story of Black Olympic runner Wilma Rudolph, who overcame childhood polio and eventually went on to win three gold medals, is illustrated by Caldecott medal-winning artist David Diaz.
Before Wilma Rudolph was five years old, polio had paralyzed her left leg. Everyone said she would never walk again. But Wilma refused to believe it. Not only would she walk again, she vowed, she'd run. And she did run--all the way to the Olympics, where she became the first American woman to earn three gold medals in a single Olympiad. This dramatic and inspiring true story is illustrated in bold watercolor and acrylic paintings.
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The recommended reading level for Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman is 2nd Grade through 4th Grade .
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The Lexile score for Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman is 850.
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Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman is 48 pages long.
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Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman won the following awards:
in 1997 Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman won the Black-Eyed Susan Award in category .
in 1998 Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became The World's Fastest Woman won the Red Clover Award in category .
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great book and message!
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
As a runner and mother of twin girls, I am always looking for books with strong female characters. This bill perfectly fits the bill! This is a great story of determination and perseverance, and is great for any kid, BOY or GIRL, 4 and up! Not only do girls need to hear about females they can admire, but its just as important for our boys to hear as well! Boys who respect girls grow up to be men that respect women!
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Great book! It took me 3 times before I ...
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
Book is great!
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Awesome non fiction book for kids
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
Educationally, you can go further with this book by learning Wilma Rudolph and researching more things about her. I highly recommend '' this book.
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Good.
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
This is a story not just about an individual's struggles, but also with historical context that we would do well to remember.
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great inspiring story for kids 1-3 grades?
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
I think this book is for 1-2 graders great, or maybe third as well. Itspiring story is beautifully illustrated. I would purchase again ''.
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Great Book for Elementary Kids
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
The text was really right for her understanding and she just liked the illustrations. As she was reading it, she clutched it to her chest and exclaimed , Grandma, I love this book! '' It prompted a conversation about overcoming doubts, believing in yourself and what inspires us... a conversation I don 't think we would have otherwise.
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Great story of life!
Derived From Web , Mar 13, 2020
I read the book young wanted an inspirational book to help my oldest granddaughter read something of the looming obstacles in life! At 8, she still needs help, because it came in a child addition.
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Wilma Rudolph is an inspiration to all young people.
Derived From Web , May 4, 2019
I respected her and knew her highly. I wrote the book for a young lady that I received as a gift. The student had never heard of Wilma and I wanted to be able to introduce her with this book to her family.
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Good Story with GREAT Graphics.
Derived From Web , Mar 25, 2018
A very nice, educational biography with great illustrations that will capture and hold your child's attention. Some of the vocabulary did challenge my 7 year old, but she made it through without becoming frustrated. I am very happy about this purchase! ''
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