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The Girl Who Ran: Bobbi Gibb, The First Woman to Run the Boston Marathon

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“She said she would do it, she wasn’t a liar; she’d show them by running like the wind in the fire.” When Bobbi Gibb saw the Boston Marathon her mind was once set she had to be part of it. She trained hard, journeying across The usa to run on a wide variety of terrain. But when the time came to apply for the marathon, she was once refused entry. They told her girls don’t run, girls can’t run. That didn’t stop Bobbi.

This picture book tells the true story of how she broke the rules in 1966 and how, one step at a time, her grit and determination changed the world. Created in collaboration with Bobbi Gibb and the very best gift for would-be runners, kids of every age, and everyone in the market with a love of sport.

Praise for The Girl Who Ran:
★“Well told and illustrated, Gibb’s story speaks to not only women’s fight for equality, but the power of community.”—Kirkus, starred review

“This book makes an excellent gift for children of ANY gender. They’re going to find comfort, inspiration and a serious fire lit after reading it. The ultimate message: Oh, yes, you’ll! “—Red Tricycle

“Bobbi Gibb’s unrelenting determination will resonate with readers of every age who dream of accomplishing a seemingly inconceivable goal.”—School Library Journal

“An empowering story to pass on to young girls? Oh, yes. “—Women’s Running

* Selected for the 2018 Amelia Bloomer List
* A Junior Library Guild selection

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