The next book follows on nicely from "Little Leaders" but this one has a sporting lilt.
This series of mini biographies is written by Rachel Ignotofsky and not only showcases famous sportswomen in well known sports like tennis and athletics but finds unsung heroes in lesser known pursuits such as skydiving and roller derby. As you will discover, finding your way to sporting glory is a rocky road and does not just require talent but also hard work and in many cases a healthy dose of serendipity. You may well think that you are no good at sport, but maybe just maybe, you just haven't found the right one...
There are some great quotes and illustrations in the book as well as a couple of 'visual chapters' that I have not been able to include in my reading - for obvious reasons! I would heartily recommend you find the book in your local library or school library or from you local bookshop as it is not only a great read but a beautiful book to own. If you enjoy this book there are other books in this vein - "Women In Science" and "Women In Art".
Episode 1 - Introduction, Madge Syers, Tiny Broadwick and Bobbie Rosenfeld
Madge Syers
Why were women not allowed to compete in competitions?
How was she allowed to compete in the 1902 World Championships?
Which year did she win the first ever Women's gold medal for Skating?
Who was her pairs partner?
Tiny Broadwick
What was her real name? And why exactly was she nicknamed ‘Tiny’?
Which acts from the carnival was she inspired by?
In 1913, she the first person to do what? How do you think she (or her family) felt?
Why did she have to retire?
Bobbie Rosenfeld
Although Bobbie was Canadian, where was she born?
Who did Bobbie beat in her very first 100 metre race?
In which events did Bobbie participate during the 1928 Olympics?
Why did Bobbie have to retire from playing sport? How do you think this made her feel?
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