If you give a girl a bike, she may also ask for a skateboard, climbing shoes, and a surfboard! Follow these adventurous girls as they learn new sports.
Hayley Diep Livres
Wataru Misaka
Basketball's Barrier Breaker
Wataru Misaka's inspiring journey unfolds in this picture book biography, showcasing his resilience as the first non-white athlete in the NBA. Born to Japanese immigrant parents in Utah, he faced discrimination during World War II but persevered through basketball, winning state titles and a national championship. His talent caught the attention of the New York Knicks, leading to his groundbreaking NBA debut in 1947. Misaka's story of courage, identity, and hope serves as a powerful reminder of overcoming adversity and finding one's place in the world.