Surfer of the Century: The Life of Duke Kahanamoku
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
No. of pages 48
Published: 2013
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"Surfer of the Century: The Life of Duke Kahanamoku" by Ellie Crowe tells the inspiring story of Duke Kahanamoku, an iconic figure in the world of surfing and a celebrated Olympic swimmer. Born in Hawaii, Duke is credited with popularizing surfing beyond the shores of his island home. The book chronicles his remarkable journey from his early days riding the waves to his achievements as a two-time Olympic gold medalist. It highlights his passion for the ocean, his role in bringing surfing to the global stage, and his enduring legacy as a symbol of Aloha and athleticism, inspiring generations to embrace the water. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 7-12 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Lee & Low Books .
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Rhode Island Book Awards
This book was recognised by the Rhode Island Book Awards.
Bluebonnet Award
This book was recognised by the Bluebonnet Award.
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award - Grades 3-6
This book was recognised in the Grades 3-6 category by the Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award.