Trudy's Big Swim: How Gertrude Ederle Swam the English Channel and Took the World by Storm

Trudy's Big Swim: How Gertrude Ederle Swam the English Channel and Took the World by Storm follows Gertrude Ederle as she prepares for and completes the historic 1926 crossing of the English Channel. The book explains the challenges she dealt with, like cold water, strong tides, and doubt from those who thought a woman couldn't handle such a swim. Alongside her trainer and family, Trudy pushes through these obstacles to become the first woman to swim the Channel, setting a record time that surprises the world. Written for early elementary readers, the story uses simple language and pictures to present the historical event to young audiences.