Abby Wambach: Forward: My Story Young Readers' Edition, Gebunden

Blurb

Abby Wambach has always pushed the limits of what is possible. Named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people of 2015, the iconic women's soccer player captured the nation's heart when she led her team to its recent World Cup Championship. Admired for her fearlessness and passion, Abby is a vocal advocate for women's rights and equal opportunity, pushing to translate the success of her team to the real world. She has become a heavily requested speaker to a wide a range of audiences, from college students to executives at Fortune 500 companies.

In this edition of Forward that's been adapted for young readers, Abby recounts her own decisions, wins, losses, and the pivotal moments that helped her become the world class athlete and leader she is today. Wambach's book, a powerful memoir for middle grade readers, goes beyond the soccer field to reveal a soulful person grappling with universal questions about how we can live our best lives and become our truest selves. Written with honesty and heart, Forward is an inspiring blueprint for individual growth and a rousing call to action.

Includes a signed poster!

In this powerful memoir for young athletes, Abby shares lessons on:

• A Role Model for Girls: Learn from a fearless athlete who became a vocal advocate for women's rights and equal opportunity on and off the field.
• Lessons in Leadership: Go behind the scenes of a World Cup Championship and discover the pivotal moments that helped Abby become a world-class leader.
• Overcoming Challenges: Read about Abby's wins and losses, and how she navigated setbacks to become one of the greatest soccer players of all time.
• Finding Your True Self: A heartfelt and honest story that goes beyond sports to grapple with universal questions about how to live your best life.