The Sunday Times Children's Sports Book of the Year 2022 Winner
Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories
about 50 highly successful sportswomen, from the most decorated track
athlete ever Allyson Felix to tennis legend Serena Williams and
ground-breaking ballet dancer Misty Copeland. All over the world, there
are female athletes breaking barriers, pushing limits and achieving
amazing things, but where did their journeys begin? And what challenges
did they have to overcome to get where they are today? As well as giving
an insight into their influences, motivations and achievements, each
story reminds us that failing can teach us just as much as winning;
success isn't limited to the sports field; and'running like a girl' can
lead you all the way to the top.
Inspirational biographical stories from 50 of the world's top female
athletes
Illustrated spreads bring each story to life, with panels providing
facts and best achievements
Written by the co-author of Be Your Best Self (Button, 2019),
shortlisted for the Telegraph
Children's Sports Book of the Year 2020
For ages 7+