Time to link up with two of my favorite girls Amanda & Stacia for their Mentor Text Linky! This week's topic is social studies!
I didn't know much about Wilma Rudolph's life until I read this powerful picture book biography. This biography tells the story of a tiny sick girl that overcame an amazing amount of obstacles and health issues to not only be the first in her family to go to college but she made it into the Olympics. She was the first African American woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympics. It it a powerful story of strength, pride and determination. The author gives us a true inspiring story of a brave woman who did not let circumstances keep her down or limit her life, even though it was very challenging for African-Americans, female athletes, and people with disabilities during this era.
This Caldecott winner has beautiful illustrations and a beautiful message!
My students were very inspired by her story and her perseverance.
This story is perfect to teach theme or character analysis (we did both!).
This story is perfect to teach theme or character analysis (we did both!).
Collaboration Cuties have lots of great ideas on their mentor text linky-be sure to stop over and check it out!
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