I am Simone Biles (Ordinary People Change the World)

Synopsis

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time, joins the ranks of this New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World picture book biography series about heroes, for ages 5 to 9.At age eight, Simone Biles began working with a gymnastics trainer, and by fifteen she was competing in a national championship—and winning best all-around. Before she turned twenty, she was an Olympic gold medalist on her way to becoming the best gymnast the world has ever seen. And through it all, Simone has been a role model for bravely opening up about her mental health struggles, knowing when to take a break, and always finding the strength to try again.This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big.Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero&’s history• Photos that bring the story more fully to life• Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable• Childhood moments that influenced the heroes• Facts that make great conversation-starters• A virtue these heroes embody: This book highlights Simone's perseverance and grit.You&’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Copyright:

2025

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

40 Pages

ISBN-13:

9780593533499

Related ISBNs:

9780593533482, 9798217081622, 9798217082070

Publisher:

Penguin Young Readers Group

Date of Addition:

10/28/25

Copyrighted By:

Forty-four Steps, Inc.

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Children's Books, Nonfiction, Sports, Biographies and Memoirs

Grade Levels:

Kindergarten, First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade

Reading Age:

5–9

Submitted By:

Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Illustrated by:

Christopher Eliopoulos