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by David Riley ; illustrated by Chad Robertson.

85 pages :

colour illustrations, portraits, map.

Summary: Get ready to meet some of the greatest athletes from the islands of Oceania! Read about Valerie Adams, the unstoppable Tongan-Kiwi shot putter. Cheer for Jerry Tuwai, the two-time Olympic gold medallist from Fiji. Be amazed by Lisa Carrington, the first Maori woman to win an Olympic gold medal. The Olympians and Paralympians in this book worked hard, faced challenges, and made their countries proud. Their stories will inspire you to strive for your goals and let your talents shine like the sun on the waters of Oceania! (Publisher)