Jim Thorpe

World's Greatest Athlete

Author: Jennifer Marino Walters and Scott R. Brooks Series: Beginner Biography (LOOK! Books )

"Jim Thorpe, a Native American born in Oklahoma, played pro baseball in New York, Cincinnati, and Boston but he was an even better football player. In the 1912 Olympic Games, he won gold medals in the decathlon and pentathlon events proving his athletic talents"--

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Jim Thorpe, an Oklahoma-born Native American, played pro baseball in New York, Cincinnati, and Boston, but he was an even better football player.

In the 1912 Olympic Games, he won gold medals in the decathlon and pentathlon events, showcasing his exceptional athletic talents.

Awards

Parents' Picks Award for Best Products for Elementary Kids 2024

Critic Reviews

"Simple and factual, these titles provide sufficient introductions of these noteworthy people to the intended audience. . . . These titles are attractive and informative."—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple

About the Author

Jennifer Marino Walters is a writer and editor specializing in family and parenting topics. She has written for Los Angeles Times, Reader's Digest, and Parenting. Jennifer lives with her husband, twin sons, and daughter in the Washington, DC, area. Scott R. Brooks is a full-time illustrator for books, video games, and television commercials. Scott shares his Atlanta, GA studio with his illustrator wife, Karen. They live at home with two clever children and a somewhat less clever dog and cat.