The Story of Serena Williams

An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers

Narrator Ozzie Jacobs
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On sale May 06, 2025 | 30 Minutes | 9781464263330

Discover the life of Serena Williams—a story about challenging yourself and achieving your dreams for kids ages 6 to 9
Serena Williams is one of the most famous and talented tennis players in history. Before she became a legendary professional athlete, she was a young girl who loved reading and gymnastics and started playing tennis at three years old! In this book about Serena Williams for kids, new readers will explore how she faced discrimination, injuries, and many other challenges, but still worked hard to be the best player she could be.
Independent reading—This biography book for kids is broken down into short chapters and simple language so they can read and learn on their own.
Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Serena’s life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.
A lasting legacy—Find out how Serena's love for her family and her community inspired her to get involved with important charity work, helping people all over the world.
How will Serena’s competitive spirit inspire you?
Shadae B. Mallory, MA, is a writer, educator, and social justice advocate. They also work as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant and as a freelance writer. The History of the Civil Rights Movement is Shadae’s debut novel. You can follow them online at ShadaeMallory.com.

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Discover the life of Serena Williams—a story about challenging yourself and achieving your dreams for kids ages 6 to 9
Serena Williams is one of the most famous and talented tennis players in history. Before she became a legendary professional athlete, she was a young girl who loved reading and gymnastics and started playing tennis at three years old! In this book about Serena Williams for kids, new readers will explore how she faced discrimination, injuries, and many other challenges, but still worked hard to be the best player she could be.
Independent reading—This biography book for kids is broken down into short chapters and simple language so they can read and learn on their own.
Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Serena’s life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.
A lasting legacy—Find out how Serena's love for her family and her community inspired her to get involved with important charity work, helping people all over the world.
How will Serena’s competitive spirit inspire you?

Author

Shadae B. Mallory, MA, is a writer, educator, and social justice advocate. They also work as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant and as a freelance writer. The History of the Civil Rights Movement is Shadae’s debut novel. You can follow them online at ShadaeMallory.com.

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