From somersaults and backflips on the floor to aerial moves, mounts, and dismounts on bars and beams, kids will learn all about gymnastics history, events, and competitions. Kids will also love reading about how athletes train, how events are judged and scored, and different levels of competitions and awards. Level 2 text provides accessible yet wide-ranging information for independent readers. The expert-vetted text, along with brilliant photos and a fun approach to reading, have proved to be a winning formula with kids, parents, and educators.

Heading into the 2024 Olympics, in which Simon Biles makes her triumphant return, celebrated sports journalist Dan Wetzel scores a perfect ten with this uplifting young reader's biography of the gold medal gymnast!

Featuring comic-style illustrations from Marcelo Baez!

For nearly a decade, Simone Biles has dazzled gymnastics fans across the globe with jaw-dropping flips, twists, and dismounts. Her record-breaking performances have catapulted her to the top of the sport and made her a hero to young people.

But well before Simone faced Olympic trials on the balance beam and rings, she confronted real-life challenges as a kid, as she moved in and out of foster care. With the support and love of her grandparents, plus her unwavering drive to make history on the ultimate stage in sports, she grew into an incredible role model and activist--and one of the greatest athletes of our time.

Filled with sports action and bold comic-style illustrations, this inspiring biography recounts the incredible life of a world class gymnast who is going for gold yet again at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Praise for Epic Athletes:

* Wetzel knows how to organize the facts and tell a good story. . . an unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers. --Booklist, STARRED review of Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry

Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.

With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.

With 16 Olympic medals between them, Simone Biles and Nadia Comaneci are two of the greatest athletes in the history gymnastics. Biles has dominated the world championships, and Comaneci earned perfect Olympic scores. But which gymnast is the best? Follow their careers and compare their greatest moments to choose a winner.

With 16 Olympic medals between them, Simone Biles and Nadia Comaneci are two of the greatest athletes in the history gymnastics. Biles has dominated the world championships, and Comaneci earned perfect Olympic scores. But which gymnast is the best? Follow their careers and compare their greatest moments to choose a winner.

Since the beginning of gymnastics, the sport has been full of amazing, history-making moments. Gymnasts have performed never-before-seen moves that wow crowds, received perfect scores, and won gold medals at the best competitions in the world. From Sunisa Lee's rise to gold to Kenzo Shirai's routine full of flips, discover some of the most epic moments in gymnastics.

The history of gymnastics dates back thousands of years. Today it's one of the most popular sports worldwide with international competitions like the Summer Olympics to showcase the best athletes as they compete for medals and titles. They flip, leap, soar, and perform never-before-seen moves to wow audiences and judges. Discover the history of gymnastics and learn about history-making gymnasts such as Nadia Comaneci, Daiki Hashimoto, and Simone Biles.

Since the beginning of gymnastics, the sport has been full of amazing, history-making moments. Gymnasts have performed never-before-seen moves that wow crowds, received perfect scores, and won gold medals at the best competitions in the world. From Sunisa Lee's rise to gold to Kenzo Shirai's routine full of flips, discover some of the most epic moments in gymnastics.

Every year gymnasts compete in championships to win medals and titles. Whether in floor routines or flipping on the rings, these athletes continue to set records and raise the bar. But only the best are able to score perfect 10s and introduce never-before-seen moves to the sport. Discover history-making gymnasts such as Simone Biles and Kohei Uchimura and the impressive moments that made them into gymnastics superstars.

An excellent book in every way... Best of all, the book is accessible to early readers. Superb coverage of a popular sport.
-- School Library Journal (starred review)

This indispensable guide is simply the best book for beginners to the sport of artistic gymnastics. Illustrated with full-color photographs of gymnasts balancing, tumbling and jumping, The Gymnastics Book features skilled guidance from a medal-winning Ontario Sports Hall of Fame gymnast who is now a noted instructor.

The topics covered in detail include:

• Finding a good gymnastics club
• Qualities to look for in a coach
• Warm-up and cool-down exercises
• Entering competitive gymnastics
• Managing victories and losses
• The importance of family and friends
• Nutrition and apparel
• Financial aspects
• A typical day of training for competition.

This edition is updated for 2018 with new interviews and updated profiles on the most prominent star gymnasts of today and yesterday, including Simone Biles, Ellie Black, Ragan Smith, Kyle Shewfelt, Emily Boycott and many more. Anecdotes and advice from Olympic stars take beginners behind the scenes and offer a no-holds-barred account of life as a competitive gymnast. Updated profiles on the Olympic greats and gymnasts who have become well-known coaches, gym owners, and gymnastics judges show young gymnasts career pathways beyond the competition.

The Gymnastics Book provides motivation and detailed instruction to young gymnastics students

At many men's and women's gymnastics competitions, gymnasts perform routines on their own. But they are part of a team that must work together to bring home the gold medal. There have been many strong teams from around the world that left their mark on history. Learn about the best past and present gymnastics teams from the United States, China, the Soviet Union, and more.

The greatest gymnasts can capture the imaginations of their fellow athletes, their nation, and even the world. Featuring fun stats and impressive feats, readers will count down the top 10 greatest gymnasts of all time.

Get ready to flip your way to confidence with Mia and the Win From Within!

This heartwarming story explores themes of self-worth, perseverance, and the power of positive support.

Meet Mia, a young gymnast who's always striving for perfection. However, after facing a major setback, she struggles with disappointment. Join Mia on her inspiring journey as she discovers that winning isn't just about trophies-it's about celebrating small victories, embracing her family, and finding the true win that comes from within.

With her infectious enthusiasm and relatable challenges, Mia will show you that you, too, can overcome self-doubt and find your own inner strength.

Leap into a world of self-empowerment with Mia and the Win From Within! Perfect for the classroom and at home, for parents and educators alike.

Gymnasts compete in many thrilling events that push their bodies to their limits. Pro gymnasts prove their strength, speed, and flexibility in eight events: the floor, the vault, the pommel horse, the balance beam, the rings, the uneven bars, the parallel bars, and the horizontal bars. Some gymnasts focus on special events. Each event takes specialized training and practice. But gymnasts who master all of their events compete for the all-around medal. From the balance beam to the pommel horse, explore the history of gymnastics events and the equipment that makes them possible.

The greatest gymnasts can capture the imaginations of their fellow athletes, their nation, and even the world. Featuring fun stats and impressive feats, readers will count down the top 10 greatest gymnasts of all time.