Jesse Owens Young Record Breaker
Jesse Owens Young Record Breaker by M.M. Eboch is an illustrated biography published by Simon and Schuster on January 8, 2008. This middle grade nonfiction book focuses on the early years of Jesse Owens, an African American track and field athlete who achieved remarkable success by winning four gold medals at the 1936 Olympics, making him the most accomplished athlete at those games.
Readers will find a wealth of information about Owens’ life, complemented by numerous illustrations that enhance the narrative. The book includes a timeline, questions, activities, and a glossary, making it suitable for both classroom and home school environments. This edition, spanning 208 pages, provides insights into the cultural and historical context of Owens’ achievements, appealing to those interested in sports, biography, and American history.
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Get to know the four-time gold medalist Jesse Owens in this middle grade nonfiction biography of his early years!
Jesse Owens was an African American track and field athlete who won four gold medals in the 1936 Olympics—making him the most successful athlete at the games!
This book is laced with numerous illustrations, and the back of the book includes a timeline, questions, activities, and a glossary, making it the perfect addition to a classroom or home school setting. Perfect for emerging readers, the Childhood of Famous Americans series illustrates the incredible true stories of great Americans.
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