My Best Book of Gymnastics cover

My Best Book of Gymnastics

Author: Morley, Christine

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.5
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 3118
Points per Word 0.00016

Description

A basic book about the origins of gymnastics and its many modern disciplines.

Quick Summary

From ancient Greek acrobatics to today's jaw-dropping Olympic routines, this book traces the incredible evolution of gymnastics through the centuries, revealing how flip-flops became floor routines. Kids will love flipping through vivid photos and learning the stories behind every discipline, from balance beam bolds to rhythmic ribbon dancing, with insider secrets that make them feel Like the Willow Tree: The Diary of a Ballerina Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Lydia Amelia Piercey're training alongside champions. If your kid devours sports fact books, dreams of Olympic glory, or can't get enough of the Magic Tree House adventures, they'll find a perfect match in this gymnastics encyclopedia. Ideal for curious gymnasts and sports fans in grades 4-7 who want to understand the sport's past while dreaming of their own routines.