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In the fifth book of the Road to Glory series, Jeremy Daniel shows
us how Caster Semenya developed into a world-class athlete. Growing
up in poverty in Limpopo, Caster's early experiences at school are
marked by many ups and downs: while her friends and family accept
her for who she is, she is constantly bullied for her appearance.
But she discovers soccer and immerses herself in the game – even
making the boys’ team. It is only after she enrols at the
University of Pretoria that her life changes completely. Away from
village life, she impresses on the track and is noticed as a
talent, eventually meeting Coach Daniels in whom she finds a
trainer and mentor. Battling controversy over her gender on the
track and in the media, she nevertheless goes on to win gold at the
2016 Olympics, becoming an ambassador for South Africa.
The fifth book of the award-winning and bestselling Sugar Plum
Ballerinas series by Whoopi Goldberg-now featuring brand-new
illustrations!At the Nutcracker School of Ballet in Harlem, young
dancers learn to chasse, plie, and jete with their Sugar Plum
Sisters-but things don't always go to plan! As the girls encounter
challenges both on and off stage, they'll need the support of their
classmates to carry them through with aplomb.Jessica is worse than
worried when she learns that the Nutcracker School of Ballet might
lose its lease! Life just wouldn't be the same without the ballet
classes she shares with her Sugar Plum sisters. Her problems mount
when she rescues an adorable stray kitty on her way home from
class. The animal shelters can't take the cat for weeks, so Jessica
hopes the cat can live at the Nutcracker School in the meantime.
But the school is already in trouble, and a cat could be just what
the landlord needs to bring down the curtain on the
ballerinas-permanently.
Take a tour around the world with just a few flips of the pages!
This engaging nonfiction reader features clear, vivid photos of
landmarks from all around the world including the Eiffel Tower, the
Great Wall of China, and the Grand Canyon.
Which Roman places or remains still exist in the UK today? And what
do they tell us about how the Romans lived? This book takes a tour
around of some of these places, giving a fascinating glimpse of how
Romans built their houses and communities as well as why they are
significant.
After witnessing the murder of his parents, Prince Dionisio and
Princess Carlota, brave twelve-year-old Rafael barely escapes and
ends up on a ship heading out to sea. There he meets Alex, an
orphan boy his own age who works on the ship. Their voyage begins
in 1486, during the time when Christopher Columbus sails the ocean
and discovers the New World.
In spite of their vastly different backgrounds, Rafael and Alex
share a faith and grow to become fast friends in a captivating
story filled with excitement and daring. The boys protect each
other and dodge perilous situations by using their survival skills
and being guided by their strong belief in God. Traveling to the
unknown, the boys grow to become men-one yearning for the heart of
a special girl, the other seeking to serve God.
Readers of all ages will go back in time as author Pat Mac
Donald brings history, friendship, faith, and adventure together in
"Two Orphans, Columbus, and the New World."
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