Fauja Singh Keeps Going: The True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon

Simran Jeet Singh (Author) Baljinder Kaur (Illustrator)
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Product Type: Hardcover Books
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The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community.

Every step forward is a victory.

Fauja Singh was born determined. He was also born with legs that wouldn't allow him to play cricket with his friends or carry him to school miles from his village in Punjab. But that didn't stop him. Working on his family's farm, Fauja grew stronger to meet his own full potential.

He never stopped striving. At the age of 81, after a lifetime of making his body, mind, and heart stronger, Fauja decided to run his first marathon. He went on to break records all around the world and became the first person over 100 to complete the grueling long-distance race.

With inspiring text by Simran Jeet Singh and exhilarating illustrations by Baljinder Kaur, the true story of Fauja Singh reminds us that it's both where we start and how we finish that make our journeys unforgettable.

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SKU 122725
ISBN 9780525555094
Language English
Lexile ® Measure AD730L
Guided Reading Level P
Page Count 48
Product Type Hardcover Books
Book Type Picture Books
Additional Contributor Baljinder Kaur
Primary Contributor Simran Jeet Singh
Age Groups Ages 4 to 6, Ages 7 to 9
Publisher Kokila