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Title details for My Corner of the Ring by Jesselyn Silva - Available

My Corner of the Ring

by Jesselyn Silva
Jesselyn Silva
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The Middle Grade Memoir of a Girl Boxer and Future Olympian.
In this Lean-In style inspirational memoir, twelve-year-old Jesselyn Silva offers a ringside seat to girl power and what it takes to win in the ring and in life: punch by punch. My Corner of the Ring shows kids what it means to be true to yourself and stick with your dreams even when facing adversity and ridicule. Supported by her single dad, Jesselyn (JessZilla in the ring) first donned her boxing gloves at seven years of age, making her one of very few female boxers in the country. My Corner of the Ring charts Jesselyn's oft times exhilarating and heartbreaking journey to success in a male dominated sport where she struggles to find partners to spar with and combats the viewpoint that no one wants to see a girl fight. Despite an inhospitable environment, Jesselyn still has her sights set on the Olympics. With the help of her very dad, Pedro, who has instilled in her a strong work ethic, she just might make it. It is an exciting and motivational read that will provide kids with the roadmap and encouragement to accomplish whatever goals they set for themselves. Jesselyn's positive can-do attitude and determination make this a must read.

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  • Release date

    June 4, 2019

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9781984885364
      • File size: 140076 KB
      • Duration: 04:51:49

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • Lexile® Measure: 820
    • Text Difficulty: 3-4

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Author Jesselyn Silva narrates her own audiobook in which she describes her career as a young female boxer who is making her way in a predominantly male field. Listeners will hear Jess's experiences in her own voice as she outlines years of training and honors those who helped her along the way--from encouraging teammates and coaches to her supportive and hardworking father. Jess's commitment to and love of her sport are tangible, and her story is inspiring as she describes wins and losses with honesty. The high-stakes play-by-plays of various fights and training experiences capture the tension of the ring. It's clear that this young boxer has a strong vision and a bold voice. K.S.B. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

Formats

  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:820
  • Text Difficulty:3-4

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