"Splash!: Ethelda Bleibtrey Makes Waves of Change" by Elisa Boxer tells the inspiring story of Ethelda Bleibtrey, a trailblazing swimmer who challenged societal norms in the early 20th century. Despite facing obstacles as a woman in a male-dominated sport, Ethelda defied expectations and broke records, becoming the first woman to win Olympic gold in swimming. The narrative highlights her determination, resilience, and the impact of her achievements on future generations of female athletes. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging prose, the book celebrates Ethelda's legacy and her role in advocating for women's rights in sports, encouraging readers to embrace their own potential to make waves of change. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-2nd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

This book was published in 2022 by Sleeping Bear Press .

Elizabeth Baddeley is the illustrator of the critically acclaimed and New York Times bestselling I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsberg Makes Her Mark , written by Debbie Levy. She also illustrated A Woman in the House (and Senate): How Women Came to the United States Congress, Broke Down Barriers, and Changed the Country ; The Good Fight: The Feuds of the Founding Fathers (and How They Shaped the Nation) ; and An Inconvenient Alphabet . Elizabeth graduated from the School of Visual Arts in New York City with a degree in illustration and currently lives in Kansas City, Missouri. Learn more at EBaddeley. com.