The Little Gymnast

The Little Gymnast
Author: Sheila Haigh
Publisher: Scholastic
Total Pages: 121
Release: 1982
Genre: Gymnastics
ISBN: 9780590704076

"Anda has a natural talent for gymnastics and makes startling progress at the Ferndale Olympic Gymnastics Club. But Anda's parents are poor and gymnastics is an expensive hobby. Will Anda have to give up her hopes of becoming an Olympic Champion?"--P. [4] of cover.

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.

A Very Young Gymnast

A Very Young Gymnast
Author:
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1986
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

A beautifully photographed, expertly produced study of a young athlete.

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.

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.

I Can Be a Gymnast (Barbie)

I Can Be a Gymnast (Barbie)
Author: Kristen L. Depken
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2014-07-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0385384238

Children ages 4 to 6 love gymnastics, and they will love reading about Barbie as she competes at a gymnastics championship in this Step into Reading leveled reader. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.

The Gymnastics Book

The Gymnastics Book
Author: Elfi Schlegel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: JUVENILE NONFICTION
ISBN: 9781770851603

Introduces the sport of artistic gymnastics.

My Book of Gymnastics

My Book of Gymnastics
Author: DK
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2020-05-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0241465915

Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians. Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel. With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.

My First Book of Gymnastics

My First Book of Gymnastics
Author: Rida Ouerghi
Publisher: Walter Foster Jr
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1633227367

My First Book of Gymnastics gets young readers moving with 10 playful exercises, accompanied by step-by-step instructions and illustrated characters kids will love. It’s never too soon to teach the benefits of health and physical fitness. This fun follow-up to Walter Foster Jr.’s My First Book of Pilates encourages children and parents alike to get up and move! Featuring 10 poses and exercises for young children with a series of simple and playful movements, My First Book of Gymnastics shows kids how fun and easy gymnastics can be. Whether learning how to leap like a frog, crawl on your knees and elbows like a turtle, or slither like a crocodile, kids will delight in learning and practicing each movement. By learning gymnastics, children will gain physical benefits of improved coordination, strength, and flexibility; not to mention key awareness of their body and a love and discipline for exercise and fitness.

Gymnastics Jump

Gymnastics Jump
Author: CC Joven
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2017-02-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1496553829

It's Lily's first gymnastics meet, and she is nervous. Will she be able to complete all of her events without falling?_This Starting Line Reader showcases the importance of perseverance.