Shannon Miller: Olympic Gymnastics Legend

Shannon Miller: Olympic Gymnastics Legend

Author: Emily Pullman

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2016-08-08

Total Pages: 51

ISBN-13: 1938438922

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Shannon Miller became an American hero at the 1992 Olympics when she won an impressive five gymnastics medals. Four years later, she captured two gold medals at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Regarded as one of the best gymnasts in U.S. history, the Olympic legend is still frequently cited as a role model by today’s top gymnasts. The ninth book in the GymnStars series, Shannon Miller: Olympic Legend recounts how the shy, young girl from Oklahoma transformed into the most dominant gymnast of her era. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations, the children’s biography will satisfy young readers yearning to learn about gymnastics superstars of the past.


Shannon Miller: Olympic Gymnastics Legend: Gymnstars

Shannon Miller: Olympic Gymnastics Legend: Gymnstars

Author: Emily Pullman

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2016-08-08

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 9781938438912

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Shannon Miller became an American hero at the 1992 Olympics when she won an impressive five gymnastics medals. Four years later, she captured two gold medals at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Regarded as one of the best gymnasts in U.S. history, the Olympic legend is still frequently cited as a role model by today's top gymnasts. The ninth book in the GymnStars series, Shannon Miller: Olympic Legend recounts how the shy, young girl from Oklahoma transformed into the most dominant gymnast of her era. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations, the children's biography will satisfy young readers yearning to learn about gymnastics superstars of the past.


Shannon Miller

Shannon Miller

Author: Claudia Ann Miller

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 332

ISBN-13: 9780806131108

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Describes the hardships and challenges Shannon Miller overcame to become an Olympic gold medalist


Shawn Johnson: Gymnastics' Golden Girl

Shawn Johnson: Gymnastics' Golden Girl

Author: Christine Dzidrums

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2016-06-10

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0983539332

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Shawn Johnson, the young woman from Des Moines, Iowa, captivated the world at the 2008 Beijing Olympics when she snagged a gold medal on the balance beam. Shawn Johnson: Gymnastics' Golden Girl chronicles the life and career of one of sport's most beloved athletes.


Shannon Miller

Shannon Miller

Author: Krista Quiner

Publisher: MIT Press (MA)

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9780964346055

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Biography of the life and athletic career of champion gymnast Shannon Miller.


Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer

Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer

Author: Christine Dzidrums

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2016-08-16

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 1938438965

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At age seventeen, Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut captured hearts everywhere at the 1972 Olympics. From Moonbeam-winning author Christine Dzidrums, Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer describes the gymnast’s trek from her cartwheeling as a young girl to capturing four Olympic gold medals in gymnastics. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations and thrilling photographs, the children’s biography narrates Olga’s early life, her inspiring athletic journey, and her enormous impact on the sport of gymnastics.


The MARVELous Stan Lee

The MARVELous Stan Lee

Author: Ellen Aim

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2017-05-23

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 1938438531

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A bookworm as a child, Stan Lieber read tales about swashbuckling heroes accomplishing amazing feats, but he grew up to write his own thrilling stories that changed the comic book universe forever. While working with Marvel Comics, Stan Lee created many of the world’s most iconic characters: Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk, Nick Fury, Daredevil, X-Men, Thor, Black Widow, Fantastic Four, The Avengers, and hundreds more. Fans of all ages enjoy his creations worldwide via comic books, movies, television shows, video games, toys, theme parks, and even on Broadway. A children’s biography, The MARVELous Stan Lee details the icon’s personal and public life as he rose from an impoverished child living in the Bronx to become a family man and the toast of Hollywood. Filled with delightful illustrations and photographs, this engaging story of Stan Lee’s life is a perfect source for a fan or anyone seeking excellent book report material.


The Fab Five: Jordyn Wieber, Gabby Douglas and the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team

The Fab Five: Jordyn Wieber, Gabby Douglas and the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics Team

Author: Christine Dzidrums

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2016-06-10

Total Pages: 127

ISBN-13: 1938438108

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Meet the five gymnasts who will represent the United States at the 2012 London Olympics. The Fab Five: Jordyn Wieber, Gabby Douglas and the U.S. Women's Gymnastics Team tells each team member's life story as they rose from young gymnasts with big dreams to become international superstars of their sport. Discover the stories of Jordyn Wieber, Gabby Douglas, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman and Kyla Ross as they aim for gold in London!


Sloane Stephens: A Children's Biography

Sloane Stephens: A Children's Biography

Author: Christine Dzidrums

Publisher: Creative Media Publishing

Published: 2018-04-04

Total Pages: 55

ISBN-13: 1938438671

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Against unbelievable odds, Sloane Stephens rebounded from a serious injury to win the 2017 US Open. Her astounding comeback stunned and captivated the sports world. Now young readers can learn all about the newest superstar of tennis. Filled with exciting photographs, Sloane Stephens: A Children’s Biography is a must read for sports fans. Follow the popular athlete’s rise to the top echelon of tennis from her introduction to the sport as a young girl to her first Grand Slam victory.