Linda Shaughnessy

Michelle Kwan’s interesting and inspiring biography will encourage young teens that dreams do and can come true. This biography captures the essence of her wish to fulfill a life long dream and eventually winning the Gold Medal in the 1996 World Championship.

Strengths of this book:
•Important words and terms are in bold throughout the text – and are explained in illustrated glossary
•Color photos enhance the text
•Further readings – provides additional resources to continue reading interest
•Index is included to allow readers to find information by topics.

All of the above mentioned strengths make this multicultural biography a fast and easy read for middle school teens. There is adequate text to inform student, and at the same time includes colorful photos to enhance story content.… (mais)