Top Ten Books for the Summer Olympics!
July 2024
 
 
On Your Mark, Get Set, Gold! An Irreverent Guide to the Sports of the Summer Games
by Scott Allen

An uproariously informative guide for young sports enthusiasts
describes what it is like to compete in every Olympic summer games sport, from boxing to boccia, revealing what makes each sport
distinctive and what skills and equipment are required to play them.
She Persisted in Sports: American Olympians Who Changed the Game
by Chelsea Clinton

Perfect for the youngest feminists and activists, this new board book features women Olympians who excelled in their sports because of
their persistence.
Swimming Toward a Dream: Yusra Mardini's Incredible Journey from Refugee to Olympic Swimmer
by Reem Faruqi

Growing up in Damascus, the pool was Yusra Mardini's happy place.
She learned to swim before she could walk. And with swimming came
a dream - to compete in the Olympic games. But when war came to Syria, Yusra's home - and her pool - were no longer safe. Yusra and
her sister set out on a harrowing journey, crossing the sea in search
of safety.
Who Is Michael Phelps?
by Micah Hecht

Kids can dive into this biography of Michael Phelps, one of the
greatest swimmers in the world who has won 28 Olympic medals. Chronicles his life both inside and out of the pool.
She's Got This
by Laurie Hernandez

The Olympic gold medalist and best-selling author presents the story
of an aspiring young athlete who practices tumbling, rolls, and balance
in gymnastics classes before a fall from the practice beam makes her question her dreams.
G Is for Gold Medal: An Olympic Alphabet
by Brad Herzog

From the first games held in ancient Greece to the cultural extravaganzas of recent years, the important milestones, events,
and athletes of the Olympics are covered in an alphabetical look
at the world games.
How Do You Become An Olympian? A Book About the Olympics and Olympic Athletes
by Madeleine Kelly

Have you ever wondered how athletes become Olympians? Canadian Olympic runner and author Madeleine Kelly explains the history of the Games, how athletes train for their event, and so much more!
Boundless
by Chaunte Lowe

In this remarkable and inspiring story of loss and survival,
perseverance and hope, the world champion high jumper shares
how she overcame many challenges, including food insecurity, homelessness, and domestic abuse, to become a bronze
medal-winning U.S. Olympian.
The Summer Olympics: World's Best Athletic Competition
by Matt Scheff

Explore the excitement of the Summer Olympics through its biggest stars, jaw-dropping feats, and dazzling gold-medal moments. In this behind-the-scenes look, readers learn how the games' great
spectacle comes together.
Kid Olympians, Summer: True Tales of Childhood from Champions and Game Changers
by Robin Stevenson

Childhood biographies of sixteen athletes who have competed in the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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