There Goes Patti McGee!
the story of the first women's national skateboard champion
$67.21
- Hardcover
48 pages
- Release Date
28 June 2021
Summary
There Goes Patti McGee!: The Story of a Skateboarding Pioneer
Tootie Nienow’s There Goes Patti McGee! is an uplifting picture book biography of Patti McGee, the first-ever professional female skateboarder and winner of the 1964 National Skateboard Championship for Women.
Brought to life by Erika Medina’s dynamic and joyful illustrations, There Goes Patti McGee! walks us through Patti’s first-place win in the women’s division of the 1964 National Skateboard …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780374313999 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0374313997 |
| Author: | Tootie Nienow, Erika Medina |
| Publisher: | Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc |
| Imprint: | Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 28 June 2021 |
| Weight: | 420g |
| Dimensions: | 288mm x 226mm x 16mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
2022 Texas Library Association’s Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List Pick“An inspirational read-aloud for all collections.” –School Library Journal“An action-packed picture book biography that will engage casual skaters and non-boarders alike.” –Publishers Weekly
“This energetic portrait of the first highly recognized female skateboarder highlights her innovation and skill.” –Kirkus Reviews
About The Author
Tootie Nienow
Tootie Nienow has been a school librarian for ten years. Before that, she was a teacher, photographer, mother, social worker, and soldier. She loves sharing silly, scary, and suspenseful stories with her students. Although she has ridden a skateboard around her neighborhood, she has never once attempted a handstand. Tootie lives in Southern CA with her husband and dog.
Erika Medina is a Mexican illustrator living, teaching and drawing in Vancouver, BC. Besides nature, folklore and myths, her interests lie in spooky stories and curious characters who wander unfamiliar places. She specializes in picture books and other children’s publications.
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