Wilma Rudolph

by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

The engaging cover of this entry in the long running series tells young readers one thing about Rudolph. Of course, that is that she was a medal winning athlete. While this is true, there is more to Wilma’s story than this.

Just for a start, young Wilma had nineteen siblings! This will undoubtedly amaze kids. Also, readers will be impressed to learn how she went from having polio to her great successes. Also impressive was the way in which Wilma stood up for civil rights.

There is much to love in this story. It is easy to recommend this entry on little people with big dreams.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.