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Althea Gibson
Contributor(s): Barber, Terry (Author)

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 ISBN: 1894593596     ISBN-13: 9781894593595
Publisher: Grass Roots Press
OUR PRICE: $12.30  

Binding Type: Paperback
Published: September 2007
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Language Arts & Disciplines
- Biography & Autobiography
Dewey: 428.6
Lexile Measure: 520 HL (High-Low)
Series: Sports
Physical Information: 0.11" H x 7.5" W x 9.25" L (0.24 lbs) 52 pages
Features: Illustrated, Maps
 
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Publisher Description:

Althea Gibson is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students.

At the age of 23, Althea Gibson (1927-2003) broke the colour barrier when she played in the U.S Open. She was the first black person to win the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. Her journey from the streets of Harlem to the courts of Wimbledon reveals her determination. Althea was a trailblazer, who paved the way for other tennis players.

Contributor Bio(s): Barber, Terry: - Terry Barber is the author of over 40 biographies for Grass Roots Press. Before turning to writing, he did training in both corporations and First Nations communities. Terry also co-wrote and directed The Gift of Self-Esteem, a 13-part television series featured on Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. Terry and his wife live on Canada's west coast.
 
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