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Ice Breaker : How Mabel Fairbanks Changed Figure Skating by Rose Viña (2019, Picture Book)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherWhitman & Company, Albert
ISBN-10080753496X
ISBN-139780807534960
eBay Product ID (ePID)3038550192
Product Key Features
Book TitleIce Breaker : How Mabel Fairbanks Changed Figure Skating
Number of Pages32 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2019
TopicSports & Recreation / Ice Skating, Biography & Autobiography / Women, People & Places / United States / African American, Biography & Autobiography / Cultural Heritage
IllustratorYes, Almon, Claire
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorRose Viña
Book SeriesShe Made History Ser.
FormatPicture Book
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight12.3 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width8.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2019-026447
Reviews"Sports fans will love this inclusive and inspiring look at how one girl's determination enabled her to live out her dreams in a challenging period of American history." -- Booklist, "Mabel Fairbanks was born in an era when people of color weren't allowed in many public spaces. Coming from humble beginnings, she ultimately became an influential figure in ice-skating events around the world. Viña's text highlights Mabel's perseverance; growing up, she was denied over and over again entering white skating places, but she persisted. At a local skating rink, the manager finally allowed her to skate once 'the white skaters were done training.' Later, an entertainment manager named Wally Hunter noticed Mabel's talent and built an ice tank in her home so that she could skate anytime she wanted. The story goes on to show how, as Mabel aged, she continued to break down barriers in support of future generations. Almon's digital illustrations have an accessibly modern look, yet the soft color palette gives a vintage vibe. Sports fans will love this inclusive and inspiring look at how one girl's determination enabled her to live out her dreams in a challenging period of American history." -- Booklist, "Mabel Fairbanks was born in an era when people of color werent allowed in many public spaces. Coming from humble beginnings, she ultimately became an influential figure in ice-skating events around the world. Vias text highlights Mabels perseverance; growing up, she was denied over and over again entering white skating places, but she persisted. At a local skating rink, the manager finally allowed her to skate once the white skaters were done training. Later, an entertainment manager named Wally Hunter noticed Mabels talent and built an ice tank in her home so that she could skate anytime she wanted. The story goes on to show how, as Mabel aged, she continued to break down barriers in support of future generations. Almons digital illustrations have an accessibly modern look, yet the soft color palette gives a vintage vibe. Sports fans will love this inclusive and inspiring look at how one girls determination enabled her to live out her dreams in a challenging period of American history." Booklist
Dewey Edition23
Grade FromPreschool
Grade ToThird Grade
Dewey Decimal796.91208996073
SynopsisRISE: A Feminist Book Project 2021 List, Early Readers Non-Fiction Mabel Fairbanks didn't let segregation stop her from skating. In the 1930s, only white figure skaters were allowed in public ice rinks and to compete for gold medals, but Mabel Fairbanks wouldn't let that stop her. With skates two sizes too big and a heart full of dreams, Mabel beat the odds and broke down color barriers through sheer determination and athletic skill. Mabel became the first African-American woman to be inducted into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame., In the 1930s, only white figure skaters were allowed in public ice rinks and to compete for gold medals, but Mabel Fairbanks wouldn't let that stop her. With skates two sizes too big and a heart full of dreams, Mabel beat the odds and broke down color barriers through sheer determination and athletic skill. Mabel became the first African-American woman to be inducted into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
LC Classification NumberGV850.F35V56 2019
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- 24 Mar, 2023
Great confidence builder for young or old
Every young child or adult that are different or of color and are always told "no you can't do this*. Would be inspired to break barriers and write their own success story.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
