Michael Phelps: The Greatest Olympian

Michael Phelps: The Greatest Olympianicon

by Tieck, Sarah

Publisher
Big Buddy Books
Publication
Jan 01, 2013
Format
Paperback/Softback
Illustrated
No
Dimensions
9.5 x 8.25 x 1 in
ISBN
9781617837531
Pages
32
Age
7 - 10 years
Category
BiographiesSports

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Description

Michael Phelps amazed people at the 2012 Summer Olympics, when he won his 22nd medal, becoming the most decorated Olympian ever. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and engaging text draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating life of the greatest Olympian! Readers will learn about the swimming star’s childhood and family background, his struggle with ADHD, his intense training with coach Bob Bowman, and his incredible drive to reach goals. Phelps’s performances at the Summer Olympics, the World Championships, and the Pan Pacific Championships are covered, as well as background on the Olympic Games. Features include a table of contents, a map, “Did You Know” fact boxes, a “Snapshot” page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

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