Breaking Through: How Female Athletes Shattered Stereotypes in the Roaring Twenties
by Macy, Sue
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AR Book Level
8.8
AR Points
4
Word Count
22,498
Interest Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Genre
Nonfiction
AR Quiz #
510503 EN
About this book
In the roaring twenties, women athletes defied prevailing stereotypes by competing in a variety of sports despite harsh criticism. The narrative, filled with vivid text and rare photographs, chronicles the personal triumphs and obstacles faced by these pioneering women as they challenged ideas about femininity. Their bold performances sparked broader discussions about women's rights and helped shift cultural expectations. The story of their courage and perseverance serves as an inspiring reminder of how athletic achievement can reshape history.

