The Story of Caitlin Clark - (The Story of Biographies) by Rachelle Burk

Book Synopsis

Discover the life of Caitlin Clark--a story about hard work and big dreams for kids ages 6 to 9

Caitlin Clark was a trailblazer in the world of college basketball and is now a player for the WNBA! Before she became a basketball star, she was a little girl who loved playing and watching sports with her family. Explore how she used her skills, dedication, and love of the game to go from being a kid in Iowa to being a record-breaking athlete and role model.

Independent reading--This Caitlin Clark biography for kids is broken down into short chapters and simple language so young readers 6 to 9 can learn on their own.

Critical thinking--Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Caitlin's life, and find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.

A lasting legacy--Find out how Caitlin's impressive career inspired an explosion of interest in women's basketball!

How will her passion inspire you?

Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Serena Williams, Simone Biles, Misty Copeland, Amelia Earhart, and Taylor Swift.

Review Quotes

"As a former collegiate basketball player, reading this was like a walk down memory lane (though I was never as good as Caitlin)--the playing on the boys' team to get better, the quitting of other sports to focus on hoops. No surprise my favorite line is: 'Women's basketball isn't just suddenly good, it's been good.' Now as a mom to two boys, I love that this book speaks to all children, teaching them how good sportsmanship, some sacrifice, and dedication to your passion WILL pay off. And as a journalist, and fan, who covered Caitlin Clark's meteoric rise, I appreciate this book's lessons on equality in sports. I will be wearing my 'Everyone Watches Women's Sports' apparel when reading this to my kids. Bravo!" -- Brynn Gingras, CNN National Correspondent and former NCAA basketball player

"This is a great book for young readers to learn more about Caitlin's story and about women's basketball. Caitlin's work ethic, passion, and drive to become the best possible student, basketball player, teammate, and community member are shown throughout each chapter. Caitlin is an inspiration for young girls and boys no matter what interests and passions they have. This book outlines Caitlin's commitment to working hard to achieve her dreams." -- Kristin Meyer, Caitlin Clark's former coach, Varsity Girls Basketball Coach at Dowling Catholic High School

"Burk has done it again. She's written another beautiful biography to delight readers, this time about Caitlin Clark. What stood out to me were the sidebars with "Think Tank" questions and uplifting quotes for readers to engage and discuss while reading. The text is filled with robust vocabulary while giving the history of women's sports and the timeline of Caitlin Clark's life so far--as we know she's JUST beginning her career. This biography shows Clark's grit and determination to make her dreams come true and will inspire young readers." -- Linda Lyon, educator and reading specialist