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2021

Écrit par
Dave McGillivray

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Nomad Press

Date de parution

15 mars 2021

EAN13

9781647410407

Langue

English

Poids de l'ouvrage

1 Mo

Selected as a "recommended title" by the Kansas National Education Association's Reading Circle Commission.A picture book autobiography about Boston Marathon Race Director Dave McGillivray's amazing adventure of running seven marathons on seven continents in seven days!Finish Strong: Seven Marathons on Seven Continents in Seven Days is the inspiring true story of Dave McGillivray's epic marathon experience! In 2018, McGillivray formed a team called "Hold the Plane" to enter the World Marathon Challenge. The first stop was a desert. And not the kind of desert that has lots of sand and cacti. No, the first marathon took place in Antarctica! From there, Team Hold the Plane flew to Cape Town, South Africa; Perth, Australia; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Lisbon, Portugal; Cartagena, Columbia; and finally, Miami, Florida, United States!Kids ages 5 to 9 get a front row spot as they watch McGillivray overcome lots of challenges, including cold, heat, sore legs, and sickness to achieve his goal of finishing strong. A tale of determination, Finish Strong inspires readers to work hard at whatever challenge they choose to take on. Perfect as a read aloud or for independent readers.Back matter includes a map, an afterword from Dave about overcoming medical issues, and information about the Dream Big Marathon challenge for kids to run 26 miles, read 26 books, and do 26 acts of kindness in 26 weeks, sponsored by the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation.This picture book is a follow-up to Dave McGillivray's two previous books, Dream Big: A True Story of Courage and Determination and Running Across America: A True Story of Dreams, Determination, and Heading for Home.Promotes a sense of grit and personal responsibility combined with asking for help when it's neededUses humor to engage children's attentionPerfect for independent readers and as a read aloud nonfiction picture book.About Nomad Press Nomad Press books bring real-world figures to life through fun, engaging narratives paired with dynamic, brightly colored illustrations. Elementary-aged children are introduced to the race director of the Boston Marathon through the true tale of Dave McGillivray's World Marathon Challenge. Nomad's unique approach simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers.Available in hardcover, and ebook formats.

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Publié par

Nomad Press

Date de parution

15 mars 2021

EAN13

9781647410407

Langue

English

Poids de l'ouvrage

1 Mo

Children's

F I N I S H
S T R O N G
S E V E N

Marathons,
S E V E N
Continents,
S E V E N

Days
Dave McGillivray
Boston Marathon Race Director
with Nancy Feehrer
Illustrated by Shululu
Dedication
This book is lovingly dedicated to heart warriors everywhere.
And to Katie McGillivray and John Feehrer: patient, encouraging partners who have
cheered us on to finish strong!
A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to the
Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation ( jmbigheart.org ).
Acknowledgments
A huge and heart-felt thank you to the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation and
Scott and Kate Middlemiss for their partnership in spreading kindness and inspiration
to thousands of children.
Thanks to our official readers for offering advice and edits over the course of three
books and countless drafts. Patience is a virtue . . . and a pain!
Team Hold the Plane! Thanks for your friendship and encouragement: Deb Carneol,
Josh Cohen, Jeff Conine, Michael Hill, Sarah Lacina, P.J. Loyello, Brad Miller, Mitch
Moser, Cara Nelson, Bret Parker, Sarah Reinertsen, David Samson, Josh Samson, Judy
Sanchez, John Silverman, and Mikayla Wingle.
David Samson invited me to join in on this extraordinary worldwide adventure. Many
thanks for the journey of a lifetime! Thanks also to Richard Donovan, founder and race
director of the World Marathon Challenge.
Special thanks to Becca Pizzi and Michael Wardian for their training tips and constant
encouragement. Truly appreciated!
Nomad Press
A division of Nomad Communications
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No part of this book may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing from
the publisher, except by a reviewer who may quote brief passages in a review.
The trademark “Nomad Press” and the Nomad Press logo are trademarks of Nomad Communications, Inc.
This book was manufactured by CGB Printers,
North Mankato, Minnesota, United States
March 2021, Job #1018003
ISBN: 978-1-64741-039-1
Questions regarding the ordering of this book should be addressed to
Nomad Press
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Printed in the United States.
When I was a kid, I loved sports—baseball, basketball, football.
But I was small. Because of my size, no one would give me a chance.
I was always picked on,
picked last,
or not picked at all.
So, at age 12, I turned to running.
No one can stop you from running— you just . . . RUN!
Set goals, not limits.
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