Wheelchair Champions: A History of Wheelchair Sports
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 136
Published: 2006
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"Wheelchair Champions: A History of Wheelchair Sports" by Harriet May Savitz explores the evolution of sports for athletes with disabilities, highlighting the resilience and determination of those who participate. The book chronicles the growth of wheelchair sports from their inception, showcasing pivotal achievements and influential figures who shaped these activities. It delves into various sports, the development of adaptive equipment, and the societal impact of wheelchair athletics, emphasizing their role in promoting inclusion and challenging stereotypes. Through inspiring stories, readers gain insight into the athletes’ physical and emotional journeys, illustrating the power of sport in overcoming adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 136 pages in this book. This book was published in 2006 by iUniverse .
Ferida Wolff worked as a teacher and a journalist before becoming a writer. She lives in the US, and has two grown-up children. Harriet May Savitz has over 24 books published. Elena Odriozola has had over 55 book published in her native Spain. Before turning to children's illustration, she worked in advertising. She illustrated the award-winning The Opposite.