Rachelle Burk Knihy

Discover the life of Simone Biles--a story about going for the gold for kids ages 6 to 9 Simone Biles has been called the greatest gymnast of all time, winning five Olympic and 25 World Champion medals by age 22. Before she wowed the world with her incredible gymnastics skills, Simone was an energetic young girl who dreamed of becoming a top gymnast. She trained for hours every day and made many sacrifices to pursue her goals. Explore how Simone Biles went from being a kid growing up in Texas to an Olympic athlete who has won more gymnastics medals than anyone in history. The Story of Simone Biles includes: A fun quiz--Test your knowledge of Simone's life with a short quiz that covers the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of her story. Word definitions--Explore a helpful glossary with some of the more advanced words and ideas in this beautifully illustrated book about Simone Biles. Lasting change--See how Simone's accomplishments helped open doors for female athletes across the world. How will Simone's hard work and determination inspire you?

The story explores the profound impact of organ and tissue donation through the eyes of Sam, a father who becomes a hero not just to his son, Noah, but to many others after a tragedy. It sensitively highlights how the final gifts of donors can transform lives and provide solace to grieving families, illustrating themes of loss, hope, and the enduring legacy of kindness. This picture book serves as a poignant tribute to the selflessness of donors and the positive change they bring to the world.