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The Girl Who Ran: Bobbi Gibb, the First Woman to Run the Boston Marathon

Frances Poletti, Kristina Yee, illustrated by Susanna Chapman

In 1966, Bobbi Gibb wants to take part in the Boston Marathon after watching runners fill its streets. Running is already important to her, but women cannot register for the race and her parents oppose the idea. Determined to prove she can do it, Bobbi trains privately and wears men’s clothing so she can begin unnoticed. When others discover her during the race, spectators and runners encourage her. She completes the full 26.2 miles, opening the way for more women to follow.

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Themes
Courage · History · Resilience · Sports
Format
Hardcover
ISBN-13
9781943200474
Language
English
Cooperative Children's Book Center, University of Wisconsin–MadisonCCBC Choices
  • 2018Historical People, Places, and Events
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