Lucas at the Paralympics

Written by Igor Plohl · Illustrated by Urska Stropnik Sonc

Discover the Paralympics through the eyes of two friends cheering on inspiring athletes.

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Join Lucas and Eddie, two friends with disabilities, as they explore the thrilling world of the Paralympics. Witness athletes overcoming challenges in sports like swimming and wheelchair basketball. Learn about unique rules that ensure fair play, such as blindfolds for runners and guides for blind competitors. This journey not only celebrates athletic prowess but also raises awareness about physical disabilities, offering insights into the resilience and spirit of these remarkable competitors. What lessons will Lucas and Eddie take away from this extraordinary event?

From the publisher

Introduce your child to the Paralympics–where physically disabled world-class athletes exemplify strength, determination, and courage.

Lucas and Eddie, two physically disabled friends, visit the Paralympics and cheer on blind and physically challenged athletes as they compete in running, swimming, sitting volleyball, para archery, wheelchair fencing, wheelchair basketball, and more.

Readers learn about some of the rules that expedite play and that even the playing field. For example, blind runners wear blindfolds so none of the competitors (some totally blind and some with limited sight) have an unfair advantage. Also, all of the blind competitors are tethered to guides.

Author Igor Plohl, who lost the use of his legs after a spinal injury, is a teacher and passionate advocate for raising awareness of physical disability. As a teacher, he knows the questions children ask and how to answer them.

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