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OverviewAn uplifting and engaging celebration of Paralympic champions and the sports they dominate Discover the world of Para sport and meet some of its greatest athletes in this fascinating look at the third-largest sporting event in the world, the Paralympics Games. This nonfiction book introduces readers to Canadian Paralympians and the sports they play, from PEI-born Para ice hockey pro Billy Bridges, to Goalball player and Iranian refugee Ahmad Zeividavi. Each section details a competitor's journey to professional sports, their greatest triumphs, and what inspires them most. Along the way, readers will deepen their knowledge of Para sports like Wheelchair curling, Para swimming, and more. Drawing on interviews with competitors and comprehensive research, Amazing Athletes examines how disability and sport intersect, and encourages readers to persevere as they pursue their passions, athletic or otherwise. Dynamic, full-colour photos bring the athletes to life, while a glossary invites curiosity and further research. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Marie-Claude Ouellet has worked in the field of scientific journalism for more than 25 years and writes frequently for the magazines Les Explorateurs and Les Débrouillards. She lives in Montreal, Quebec. SELLING POINTS: . Profiles a range of Canadian Paralympic athletes from across the country . A fun, accessible introduction to the Paralympic Games . Created in collaboration with the Canadian Paralympic Committee . Publishing to coincide with the Tokyo Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in August 2021 and in advance of the Beijing Winter Games in March 2022 . Celebrates a broad range of experiences and abilities Full Product DetailsAuthor: Marie-Claude Ouellet , Phyllis Aronoff , Howard ScottPublisher: Owlkids Books Inc. Imprint: Owlkids Books Inc. ISBN: 9781771474856ISBN 10: 1771474858 Pages: 48 Publication Date: 01 November 2021 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsEvery school or library needs at least one copy of Amazing Athletes ... Well-written, full of facts and colourful and inspiring photos of athletic stars. """Every school or library needs at least one copy of Amazing Athletes ... Well-written, full of facts and colourful and inspiring photos of athletic stars.""" ""Every school or library needs at least one copy of Amazing Athletes ... Well-written, full of facts and colourful and inspiring photos of athletic stars."" Author InformationMARIE-CLAUDE OUELLET has worked in the field of scientific journalism for more than 25 years and writes frequently for the magazines Les Explorateurs and Les Débrouillards. She lives in Montreal, Quebec. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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