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Florence Griffith Joyner / written by Rita Williams-Garcia ; interior illustrations by Gillian Flint.
"Considered the fastest woman of all time, Florence Griffith Joyner, also known as Flo-Jo, set two world records in 1988 that still stand today. But getting there wasn't easy, and Flo-Jo had to overcome many challenges along the way. She succeeded in achieving her dreams, and inspired creative self-expression and a new generation of athletes as she did." -- inside front jacket flap.
"A chapter book biography of Florence Griffith Joyner, part of the She Persisted series"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593115954 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 0593115953 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 9780593115961
- ISBN: 0593115961
- Physical Description: 59 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
- Publisher: New York : Philomel Books, 2021.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Inspired by She persisted by Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger."--Title page. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 54-59). |
| Formatted Contents Note: | A girl called Dee Dee -- Everything! -- Inches away -- Bittersweet -- Going for the gold -- Dreams and beyond -- How you can persist. |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 6-9 Philomel Books. Grades 2-3 Philomel Books. |
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| Subject: | Griffith Joyner, Florence Delorez, 1960- Runners (Sports) > United States > Biography. African American women > Biography. |
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- Baker & Taylor
This chapter-book biography introduces readers to Florence Griffith Joyner, aka Flo Jo, who overcame many challenges to be considered the fastest woman of all time. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations. - Penguin Putnam
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!
In this chapter book biography by Rita Williams-Garcia, the award-winning author of One Crazy Summer, readers learn about the amazing life of three-time Olympic gold medalist Florence Griffith Joyner--and how she persisted.Â
Considered the fastest woman of all time, Florence Griffith Joyner, also known as Flo Jo, set two world records in 1988 that still stand today. But getting there wasn't easy, and Flo Jo had to overcome many challenges along the way.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Florence Griffith Joyner's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.
And donât miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Oprah Winfrey, and more!
Praise for She Persisted: Florence Griffith Joyner:
"A quietly remarkable biographical read that encourages elementary students of any gender to take a closer look at the life of Olympic sprinter Florence Griffith Joyner and her admirable resolve to work hard in pursuit of her dreams." --School Library Journal