Gymnastics's G.O.A.T.

Gymnastics's G.O.A.T.
Author: Joe Levit
Publisher: Lerner Publications ™
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1728435641

From daring vaults to jaw-dropping floor routines, gymnastics stars do it all. This book sticks the landing for old and new fans alike with stunning stats, thrilling comebacks, and the greatest gymnasts of all time.

GOAT Simone Biles

GOAT Simone Biles
Author: Susan Blackaby
Publisher: G.O.A.T.
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: African American women
ISBN: 9781454932062

Presents the career and accomplishments of the American gymnast, describing her childhood, her early interest in gymnastics, and her success in the Olympics and in international competition.

Flying High

Flying High
Author: Michelle Meadows
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2020-12-29
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1250819946

A lyrical picture book biography of Simone Biles, gymnastics champion and Olympic superstar. Before she was a record-breaking gymnast competing on the world stage, Simone Biles spent time in foster care as a young child. Nimble and boundlessly energetic, she cherished every playground and each new backyard. When she was six years old, Simone's family took shape in a different way. Her grandparents Ron and Nellie Biles adopted Simone and her sister Adria. Ron and Nellie became their parents. Simone was also introduced to gymnastics that same year, launching a lifelong passion fueled by remarkable talent, sacrifice, and the undying support of her family. From her athletic early childhood to the height of her success as an Olympic champion, Flying High is the story of the world's greatest gymnast from author Michelle Meadows and illustrator Ebony Glenn.

Little Girls in Pretty Boxes

Little Girls in Pretty Boxes
Author: Joan Ryan
Publisher: Doubleday
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2013-04-03
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0307828557

A sports reporter investigates the training of girls as professional gymnasts and figure skaters, arguing that the pressure to succeed and to look beautiful results in mental and physical harm, from eating disorders to psychological trauma.

Life Is Short, Don't Wait to Dance

Life Is Short, Don't Wait to Dance
Author: Valorie Kondos Field
Publisher: Center Street
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2018-10-02
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1546077138

Highly acclaimed UCLA Women's gymnastics coach of 7 NCAA championships Valorie Kondos Field shares insights on how to use uniqueness and authenticity to achieve success. Former professional ballerina Valorie Kondos Field--or Miss Val, as she's affectionately known--has never tumbled, flipped, or even played any type of organized sports, and yet she has been able to craft a legendary coaching career through curiosity, creativity, attention to detail, and unwavering care for the overall well-being of her athletes. For Miss Val, it's not about winning and losing, it's about choreographing your life and owning the choices you make. Miss Val has shaped her UCLA Gymnastics program as a life skills class and now she's sharing those lessons with you, whether you're an athlete, business leader, or simply someone who wants to own their destiny. Miss Val's philosophies are timeless. Her coaching style is unorthodox. Life Is Short, Don't Wait to Dance is a thought-provoking, fun journey through the anecdotes of the 35-year career of a dancer/choreographer turned athletic coach. The book includes unforgettable stories of the Olympians and athletes with whom she's worked-including the inspirational journey of Katelyn Ohashi, whose joyful transformation under the tutelage of Miss Val was evident to the world when her perfect 10 floor routine went viral -- reaching over 100 million viewers. Other triumphs include Olympian Jamie Dantzscher, who found her confidence at UCLA and learned the tools to combat her previous abuse; and sensation Christine Peng Peng Lee, who helped the Bruins clinch the 2018 NCAA championship with back-to-back 10's. Miss Val also shares her favorite memories of her mentor, legendary basketball coach John Wooden, as well as her thoughts on Larry Nassar and the gymnastics sexual abuse scandal. Miss Val reveals how her coaching journey had a rocky start before she found her own best approach. In time she realized that her dance background wasn't a detriment, it was a gift. When she embraced this, Miss Val led the Bruins to victory. Life Is Short, Don't Wait to Dance is packed with great advice for anyone on a quest for success, delivered in Miss Val's reassuring and inspirational tone. She took the same approach to her breast cancer diagnosis, explaining how she made that struggle into one of the best years of her life. For Miss Val, it's all about attitude. Life Is Short, Don't Wait to Dance is a powerful book that shows you how to make the leap of faith in choosing your own path to greatness.

How to Raise Goats

How to Raise Goats
Author: Carol Amundson
Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN)
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2009-04-15
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780760331576

Written by an authority on goat breeding and behaviour, this approachable guide covers every component of raising goats for fun and profit, meat and milk.

She's Got This

She's Got This
Author: Laurie Hernandez
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2020-05-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0063018926

A New York Times bestseller! From gold-medal-winning Olympic gymnast and bestselling author Laurie Hernandez comes a picture book about chasing your dreams and never giving up. Even Olympians have to start somewhere. And in this charming illustrated book, Laurie Hernandez tells the story of Zoe, a little girl who dreams of flying—and becoming a gymnast. When Zoe sees a gymnast on TV, she realizes that gymnastics is just like flying. But when she first goes to class and falls off the balance beam, she discovers that following her dreams is harder and scarier than she thought. Through this heartwarming and inspirational story, featuring vibrant art from #1 New York Times bestselling and Geisel Honor-winning artist Nina Mata, Laurie imparts important lessons she learned on her way to Olympic glory: You always have to get back up and try again, and you always have to believe in yourself.

Baseball GOATs

Baseball GOATs
Author: Bruce Berglund
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2022
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1666321524

Amy The G.O.A.T - Greatest of all Time

Amy The G.O.A.T - Greatest of all Time
Author: Louiseee with three e's
Publisher: Louiseee with three e's
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2023-04-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1739372239

'Amy the G.O.A.T is a truly delightful read...packed full of charm, wit and emotion.' ★★★★★ liveforfilms.com 'A debut that Roald Dahl would be proud of.' ★★★★★ SE20 Magazine 'A hilarious and touching tale about what it means to find your inner G.O.A.T., to find true friendship and a sense of belonging. We loved it!' ★★★★★ The West Kent Family Grapevine Magazine 'A charming, off-the-wall, laugh-out-loud funny story.' ★★★★★ Anerley Social ---------------------------------------------------------------- If you could be anything what would you be? 10 year old Amy Bloomsy would be a GOAT. After a chance meeting with a high-spirited, French speaking goat called Õogly, Amy rejects her human life and adopts one of a goat. As a goat she’s free to be herself; she can sleep in the garden, chew the kitchen curtains, and demand all meals be thrown on the floor, where she'd prefer to eat them. But not everyone is tolerant of this new goat lifestyle. Unhinged teachers and parents care what the neighbours think so take it upon themselves to control Amy the Goat, desperate to make her conform (and stop walking on all fours…). Can Amy ever truly be herself and perfect the cry of a goat? Will crazed headmistress, Mrs Moopleton catch Amy and paint her in lifeless, grey paint? Will Colin ever control his sneezes knowing there’s a goat sleeping in his daughters bedroom? Will Amy be forced to give up her happiness and new goat friends? Don't miss this incredibly high-spirited, HILARIOUS debut novel from British author ‘Louiseee with three e’s’ teaching children about difference within society, acceptance…oh, and goats. ---------------------------------------------------------------- THE CHARITY PARTNERSHIP YOUR PURCHASE SAVES A GOAT! We are proud to partner with the U.K’s ONLY registered goat charity, Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats - Donating 5% of every book sale to their worthy cause of rescuing abandoned, abused or neglected goats, and looking after them at their farm in Maidstone, Kent. ---------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE AUTHOR New London-based children’s author Louiseee with three e’s has launched her debut book Amy the G.O.A.T in time for Children’s Book Week next month. The highly topical, light-hearted story charts the life of an awkward young girl who is grappling with her identity. With fun illustrations by Rob Page, the entertaining story will captivate middle and upper primary children as the main character grapples with life walking on all fours after she decides to identify as a farm animal. This book sees Louiseee with three e’s fulfil her lifelong ambition to pen a children’s book. She commented: “After completing a masters in scriptwriting, I knew I wanted to pour all my spare time into penning stories for children. My two nieces, aged five and seven, read the manuscript and their feedback was incredible. They both loved the silliness of it all. At a time when everything in society is under the microscope, I enjoy writing stories that reflect topical debates and my view on reality. Amy the G.O.A.T is a playful exploration of a serious subject that will hopefully offer insight into the knotty world of identity.” Available as a paperback and e-book on Kindle. For more information, visit www.louiseeewiththreees.com.