paralympic games

"Author Gail Herman highlights [the achievements of paralympic athletes], describes how these athletes train--both mentally and physically--for the games, and gives the reader a better understanding of what makes the Paralympic Games one of the world's most viewed sporting events"--Amazon.com.

"Telling the inspiring human story behind the creation of the Paralympics, this chapter book biography artfully combines archival photos, full-color illustrations, and a riveting narrative to honor the life of Ludwig Guttmann, whose work profoundly changed so many lives"--Provided by the publisher.

Former US Navy Lieutenant Brad Snyder shares his heroic journey from being blinded by an IED in Afghanistan to becoming a gold medalist in the Paralympics.