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Wilma Rudolph The Graphic Novel (Stephen Curry Sports Superheroes)

by Josh Bycel

Book Details

Publisher:Penguin Young Readers Group
Published:2025
Pages:112
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0593382498

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

A thrilling graphic novel about Wilma Rudolph, who overcame obstacles and odds to become one of the greatest track stars of all time! When Wilma Rudolph was just a young girl, she lost strength in her leg and foot after contracting polio. Forced to wear a leg brace until she was nine, she was told that she might never walk the way she used to again. But none of this could stop her from becoming one of the fastest women in the world and winning three gold medals in the Olympics! This is the incre

Our Review

This graphic novel adaptation brings the incredible true story of Wilma Rudolph to life for young readers, chronicling her journey from a childhood illness that left her wearing a leg brace to becoming an Olympic champion. The visual format makes her struggle with polio and her subsequent determination to run accessible and deeply engaging for children, transforming a historical sports biography into a fast-paced adventure. It powerfully illustrates how she overcame immense physical obstacles to become one of the fastest women in the world, capturing the excitement of her three gold medal victories.

The book stands out by presenting a powerful narrative about perseverance and resilience in a format that is highly appealing to early and reluctant readers. Children who are fascinated by sports stories or who enjoy learning about real-life heroes will find her journey from adversity to triumph particularly inspiring. The graphic novel's dynamic artwork and compelling storytelling ensure that her legacy as a trailblazing athlete and an icon of strength is communicated with immediate impact, leaving a lasting impression about the power of never giving up.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction