The Heart of the Storm: A Biography of Sue Bird

"With dynamic illustrations and text full of can-do attitude, this exuberant picture book is a celebration of the hard work and practice it takes to become a top-tier athlete."
—A Mighty Girl
“[Sue Bird] is the W.N.B.A,” said Crystal Langhorne, who converted 161 of Bird’s passes into buckets. This picture book biography of Sue Bird follows her journey from an energetic yet shy young girl to one of the most versatile and inspirational athletes of our time and a leader whose legacy extends off the court.
As a little girl, Sue Bird couldn't stop moving. As soon as she could walk, she ran, jumped, or climbed instead. Sue love all kinds of sports as a child, but the rhythm, energy, and grace of basketball quickly won her heart. The Heart of the Storm follows Sue Bird's journey from her childhood, full of energy and determination, to becoming one of the most versatile, inspirational athletes of all time and a leader on and off the court.
From her championship high school team to two NCAA titles with the UConn Huskies to four WNBA championships with the Seattle Storm and five Olympic gold medals, Sue Bird's grit, authenticity, and heart fuel her growing into greatness and accomplishing her dreams.
"An in-depth look at a modern sports role model, perfect for sports fans' shelves."
—School Library Journal
From School Library Journal
Gr 2-4-An exciting full-color spread of Bird's final three-point shot for the Seattle Storm in the last seconds of Game 5 of the 2018 WNBA Semifinals gives way to a traditional chronological biography, from Bird's active childhood on Long Island to her high school and college career through her professional history. Even when injured, as during her freshman year at the University of Connecticut, she worked hard to learn everything she could about the sport from the sidelines. Rooney paints active figures adeptly and dynamically, and also conveys the characters' relationships through their expressions. Back matter includes more information about Bird's life on and off the court, Title IX, Bird's awards and accomplishments, a time line, and a glossary. VERDICT An in-depth look at a modern sports role model, perfect for sports fans' shelves.-Jenny Archα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.