Althea Gibson
Description
At the age of 23, Althea Gibson broke the colour barrier when she played in the U.S Open. She was the first black person to win the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. Her journey from the streets of Harlem to the courts of Wimbledon reveals her determination. Althea was a trailblazer, who paved the way for other tennis players.
Activities
Make a Connection
When readers think about ideas in the text and connect them to their lives, it helps them relate to the book and understand it better. Althea faced d...
Inferences
Writers do not always explain everything. Sometimes, they expect readers to use inferences (a guess using evidence from the text or an observation). ...
Vision Board
Vision boards are a great way to get excited about your goals. First, think about your goal. Find pictures and words that inspire you to accomplish t...
