women olympic athletes

Laurie Hernandez won big in gymnastics at the 2016 Olympics. Read about the hard work and training that helped make her an Olympic champion!.

"Discover Aly Raisman's inspiring story of dedication, perseverance, and learning to think positive even in the toughest times on her path to gold medal success in two Olympic Games-and beyond . . . Aly shows what it takes to be a champion on and off the floor, and takes readers on a behind-the-scenes journey before, during, and after her remarkable achievements in two Olympic Games-through her highest highs, lowest lows, and all the moments in between"--Provided by publisher.

A brief biography of gold medal winning American gymnast Simone Biles.

An autobiography of the Olympic fencer, Ibthihaj Muhammad,and how she became the first American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab.

Learn more about the accomplishments of the greatest female Olympic athletes from around the world.

An autobiography of the Olympic fencer, Ibtijah Muhammad, and the challenges she faced on her path to becoming the first Muslim American woman to compete, and win a medal, in the Olympics.

A brief biography of gold medal winning American gymnast Simone Biles.

Simone Manuel is one of the country s best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this swimmer s greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on gold-medal-winning Olympic appearance.

This title introduces readers to Simone Manuel, providing exciting details about her life and going deep inside the key moments of her swimming career. The title also features informative "fast facts," a timeline, and a glossary. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Table of contents; Glossary of key words; Informative sidebars.