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About Going For The Gold: Apolo Anton Ohno
Product Description Man of Speed Part athlete, part rock star, Apolo Anton Ohno has won fans across the globe with his charisma, his movie-idol looks, and his edge-of-the-seat victories at the 2002 Winter Olympics. Going for the Gold: Apolo Anton Ohno tells the story of this skating hero, start to finish. Here's what you'll find out about America's newestidol: What made Apolo fall in love with speed skating Why his troublemaking almost ended his Olympic dreams How Apolo turned his career around What Apolo has planned for the future From Booklist Reviewed with R. S. Ashby's Sarah Hughes. Gr. 4-6. Books in the Going for the Gold series looks at American superstars of the 2002 Winter Olympics. These short, readable biographies give fresh insight into the hard work and discipline needed to make it to the top. In both titles, straightforward, breezy text shows that the athletes live ordinary lives--friends, school, social pressures--like any other teen. But also highlighted are the extraordinary internal drives that keep the athletes moving toward the gold as well as the dedication, hard work, and hours of practice that they put in. Also emphasized are the unique relationships these winners have with their family and coaches who are integral parts of their success. Included in each book is a color insert that follows the athlete's career, including shots of the medal ceremonies in Salt Lake City. There's also a useful list of previous medal winners in the athlete's sport, dating back to the 1992 Olympic Games. Helen RosenbergCopyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
