Rising above how 11 athletes overcame challenges in their youth to become stars

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Summary

"Athlete after athlete in this book found discipline, hope, and inspiration on the playing field, rising above their circumstances. Filled with first-hand accounts from stars who exemplify the idea of enduring at all costs, Rising Above will serve as a must-read source of inspiration for kids and sports fans of all ages"--

Published Reviews

Booklist Review: "Through firsthand accounts and personal recollections, the authors recount the stories of 11 athletes who achieved notoriety and success in spite of very serious setbacks in their youth. All 11 chapters offer a host of highs and lows, and they reinforce the notion that success does not usually come easy. The stories, which include highly recognizable names like Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Dwayne Wade, recount tales of physical ailments, behavior problems, social anxieties, economic struggles, and familial strife. So many of the obstacles that these athletes share are retold using personal interviews and primary source material that young readers will find very relatable. Though the people chronicled are all athletes, their stories have morals that are easily transferred to life off the court or the field. The highly relevant message is that no situation is too dire or insurmountable with the right attitude and that young people shouldn't allow setbacks to define them.--Anderson, Erin Copyright 2016 Booklist"
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Publisher's Weekly Review: "Adult author and journalist Gregory Zuckerman (The Frackers) and his sons assemble a straightforward, often inspiring collection of short biographies of athletes who achieved greatness despite personal tragedies and other setbacks. Born in the Republic of the Congo, Serge Ibaka survived war and the death of his mother to go on to play with the NBA; tennis star Althea Gibson (the only woman included) proved her abilities on the court despite facing violent prejudice as an African-American athlete; and Major League Baseball player R.A. Dickey was a victim of sexual abuse. The underdog stories (basketball stars Dwyane Wade, Stephen Curry, and LeBron James are also included) reveal that dedication and perseverance pay off, as well as that sports can serve as needed outlets and refuges. Ages 8-12. (May) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved."
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Additional Information

Subjects	Athletes Biography Juvenile literature Athletes Conduct of life Juvenile literature Role models Juvenile literature Sports Juvenile literature Biography & Autobiography Sociology Sports & Recreations Juvenile Nonfiction Electronic books.
Publisher	[Place of publication not identified] :Penguin Young Readers Group,2016 Penguin Young Readers Group2016
Contributors	Zuckerman, Elijah, author. Zuckerman, Gabriel, author. OverDrive, Inc.
Language	English
System Details	Mode of access: World Wide Web. Format: Adobe EPUB eBook Format: OverDrive Read Requires Adobe Digital Editions
Description	1 online resource
ISBN	9780698189379 9780698189379
Other	Classic View