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The Road to Beijing

Ruth Siburt

Rhett Mason, a high school track star, tragically loses his leg in a snowmobiling accident. He believes his life as an athlete is over. After meeting other teens who are in training for the Paralympics in Beijing in 2008, Rhett realizes that he may still have a future in athletics. After being fitted for a prosthesis, Brett becomes a runner again. Eventually he makes it to the Beijing Paralympics and brings home the gold medal for his country. Author - Ruth Siburt. Narrator - Highlights for Children. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Location:

United States

Description:

Rhett Mason, a high school track star, tragically loses his leg in a snowmobiling accident. He believes his life as an athlete is over. After meeting other teens who are in training for the Paralympics in Beijing in 2008, Rhett realizes that he may still have a future in athletics. After being fitted for a prosthesis, Brett becomes a runner again. Eventually he makes it to the Beijing Paralympics and brings home the gold medal for his country. Author - Ruth Siburt. Narrator - Highlights for Children. Published Date - Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Language:

English


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