When Wilma Rudolph Played Basketball
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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2016 · Est. 10 min read-aloud

When Wilma Rudolph Played Basketball

Written by Mark Weakland · Illustrated by Daniel Duncan

Part of the Leaders Doing Headstands series

A young girl overcomes polio to chase her dreams on the basketball court.

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32 pages· 1,236 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud· 690L
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Bookroo's summary

Meet young Wilma Rudolph, a spirited child who defies the odds. Stricken by polio, she refuses to let it define her. With determination and a love for basketball, Wilma embarks on a journey that will inspire generations. Can she transform her challenges into triumphs and become a symbol of perseverance? Discover the playful yet powerful story of a girl who dared to dream big and achieved greatness.

From the publisher

Wilma Rudolph became a great American athlete. But do you know what she was like as a child? From battling polio to playing basketball, Wilma was a determined and strong child. This playful story of her childhood will help young readers connect with a historic figure and will inspire them to want to achieve greatness.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Words
1,236
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
690L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.1
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
185275
Publication
Published
August 1, 2016
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781479596843
LCCN
2015050710

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