Babe Didrikson Zaharias
School year: Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
No. of pages 32
Published: 2020
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"Babe Didrikson Zaharias" by Joe Levit explores the life and legacy of one of the most remarkable athletes in American history. Known for her incredible versatility, Babe excelled in multiple sports, from track and field to golf. The book highlights her triumphs, including winning two gold medals at the 1932 Olympics and later becoming a prominent figure in women’s professional golf. It delves into her struggles against gender norms, her relentless determination, and her impact on sports and society. Babe's story is one of resilience, breaking barriers, and inspiring future generations to pursue their passions against all odds. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Epic Sports Bios Sports .
This book is aimed at children at US 2nd grade-5th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2020 by Lerner Publishing Group .
Joe Levit is a media producer and writer in the exhibition department at the American Museum of Natural History. In addition to producing films and developing media interactives, Joe writes children's books about science and sports. He has written books and articles for a number of national outlets, including National Geographic Kids, Scholastic, Pearson, Capstone, Lerner, A-Z Science, and Sports Illustrated Kids. Joe has also written scripts for YouTube channels such as SciShow Kids, as well as blog posts for Kids Discover. He enjoys rooftop gardening with his wife Preethi and son Druv in New York City.
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