Atletismo

Athletic events at the Summer Games are amazing to watch! From the 100-meter race that's finished in 10 seconds to the high jump, where athletes soar seven feet in the air, elementary Spanish readers will discover the speed and power it takes to win gold in this sport. Action photos and North American Spanish translated text introduce the track and field events, their Olympic history, equipment, and individual or team modes of play. A biographical story spotlights Faith Kipyegon, a Kenyan runner who has won two gold medals in the 1500-meter race.

Photo captions and on-page definitions support reading comprehension. Includes extra resources and an index. Celebrate the Summer Olympic Games with this elementary-level introduction to the sport of athletics and its many track and field events. Includes biographical facts about middle-distance runner and gold medalist Faith Kipyegon. Translated in North American Spanish. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents photo caption From balance beams to running tracks, the events of the Summer Olympic Games captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young fans and budding sports enthusiasts to the eight medal-worthy titles in this North American Spanish translated series. Action photos and elementary-level Spanish text examine the featured event's Olympic history, equipment, and individual or team modes of play. Each book also includes a biographical story about a famous competitor or team who made Olympic history.