About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is curious about the scale of world events or needs inspiration to pursue a personal goal. It is an excellent choice for a young athlete who is beginning to understand that success is built on a foundation of long-term planning, discipline, and community effort. While it focuses on the 2012 London Games, its value lies in showing how a city prepares for the world stage. The book introduces children to the logistics of the Olympics, from building massive stadiums to the specific training of elite athletes. It highlights themes of perseverance and global unity through sports. For parents, it serves as a wonderful springboard for discussing how big dreams require small, daily steps of preparation. It is perfectly suited for children ages 7 to 11 who are ready for factual, structured nonfiction that connects history with modern achievement.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The approach is secular and purely informational, focusing on athletic achievement and international cooperation.
Ideal Reader
A 9-year-old who loves statistics and facts, or a child who has just joined a local sports team and wants to see the 'pinnacle' of what their sport looks like on a global level. It might also be fun to have a device nearby to look up the actual results of the London 2012 Games to see if the 'Athletes to Watch' section came true.
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