Rachel Young demands absolute perfection from herself on the gymnastics mat. When a painful fall during her balance beam routine shatters her confidence, she wonders if she will ever measure up to her own high flying standards. An unexpected journey begins when Rachel and her cousin Nate discover a magical sports magazine that transports them straight to the nineteen seventy six Montreal Olympics. Right before their eyes, they get to witness the legendary Nadia Comaneci achieve the first ever perfect score in Olympic history. But the surprises do not stop there, because the cousins also bump into their own grandfather working as a young sports reporter covering the games. Watching these incredible historic events unfold teaches Rachel a powerful lesson about resilience and courage. She quickly discovers that having the pluck to get back up after a fall is far more important than executing a flawless routine.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
128 Pages
