Celebrated picture book biographer Jeanette Winter shares the story of champion tennis players--and sisters--Venus and Serena Williams.

Before they were famous tennis stars, Venus and Serena Williams were sisters with big dreams growing up in Compton, California. In the early mornings, they head to the tennis courts, clean up debris, and practice. They compete in their first tournament and they both win. From there, the girls' trophy collection grows and grows. Despite adversity and health challenges, the sisters become two of the greatest tennis players of all time. This inspiring story of sisterhood, hard work, and determination is perfect for budding athletes or any young reader with a big dream.

Author: Jeanette Winter
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Beach Lane Books
Published: 04/02/2019
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.9lbs
Size: 11.30h x 7.20w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781534431218
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 509779 / Sisters: Venus & Serena Williams


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 04/15/2019 pg. 44
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2019
Publishers Weekly 03/25/2019
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2019
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
Jeanette Winter is a celebrated picture book creator whose acclaimed works include The Snow Man; The Little Owl & the Big Tree: A Christmas Story; Oil; The Secret Project; and Diego, all written by Jonah Winter, and her own Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia; Nasreen's Secret School: A True Story from Afghanistan; and Our House Is on Fire: Greta Thunberg's Call to Save the Planet, which has been translated into twenty-one languages.