First published 2016
The US Women's national soccer team stands at the top of the world after claiming the 2015 World Cup championship. FIFA ranks them number one globally as they make history in ways no women's team has before. The players march through New York's Canyon of Heroes in the first ticker-tape parade ever held for a women's soccer team. This team has broken barriers throughout their journey, establishing numerous firsts in women's sports. Young readers discover how these athletes built their legacy through determination and skill. The book captures the excitement of their World Cup triumph and the groundswell of support that followed them home. Their story shows how champions are made both on the field and in the hearts of fans who celebrate their achievements.
Genres: american, sports, non-fiction, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, inspirational, thought-provoking
Tropes: champions, groundswell-of-support
Setting: New York, United States
Period: 2015
32 pages · Hardcover · Penguin Young Readers