Tenacious: Fifteen Adventures Alongside Disabled Athletes
Meet fifteen remarkable athletes who use adaptive equipment in this beautiful and truth-telling picture book.
A downhill skier whose blindness has sharpened her communication skills. An adaptive surfer who shreds waves while sitting down. A young man who excels at wheelchair motocross--but struggles with math. Tenacious tells their stories and more, revealing the daily joys and challenges of life as an athlete with disabilities.
These competitors have won gold medals, set world records, climbed mountain peaks, claimed national championships, and many more extraordinary achievements. Get to know them in Tenacious!
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 40
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Lee & Low Books
Language: en
ISBN: 9781643790985
Creator Bio
Patty Cisneros Prevo and Dion MBD are co-authors of the inspiring book, Tenacious: Fifteen Adventures Alongside Disabled Athletes. Cisneros Prevo is an experienced journalist and writer who has a passion for sharing stories of resilience and determination. She has a background in sports reporting and has covered numerous major sporting events, including the Paralympic Games. Dion MBD is a writer and advocate for disability rights, using his platform to raise awareness and promote inclusivity in sports. Together, they have combined their talents to showcase the incredible journeys of disabled athletes and the challenges they have overcome to achieve greatness. Through their writing, they aim to inspire and empower readers to break through barriers and embrace their own tenacity.
