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3) Tennis GOATs
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Series
Publisher
Fly!, an imprint of Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2025]
Description
"This title takes a deep dive into the greatest athletes to ever play tennis and gives information related to their careers, including their stats and records, while examining the impact they have had on the sport and their fans. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Capstone Editions, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"In 1968, Arthur Ashe climbed his way to the top of the tennis world in a time filled with racial tension and segregation. But his success didn't happen without help. Arthur's close relationship with his younger brother, Johnnie, was key to Arthur becoming the first Black man to break the color barrier in men's tennis. A layered story full of love, sibling rivalry, and unconditional support, The Ashe Brothers tells the little-known story behind Arthur's...
5) Naomi Osaka
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Series
Publisher
Philomel
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
Naomi Osaka grew up in Japan and the US, with one foot in each place. But wherever she was, she loved to play tennis--and she worked hard at it too, always practicing and improving. Many people doubted that she would make it as a professional player, but she persisted and showed the world that she is a champion. Her talent on the court and her activism for racial justice and mental health causes off it have made Naomi an inspiration to fans everywhere....
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Publisher
Sunbird Books
Pub. Date
2024
Description
"A graphic novel for children ages 7 to 10. Billie Jean King is an iconic tennis champion and activist who changed the world of women's sports. She was named the world's top-ranked female tennis player six times and won thirty-nine Grand Slam titles. As powerful off the court as on it, Billie Jean helped pass historic laws against gender discrimination. She continues to fight for equality for women and the LGBTQ+ community to this day. This is her...
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