Who Is Michael Phelps?, Micah Hecht
Who Is Michael Phelps?, Micah Hecht
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Who Is Michael Phelps?

Author: Micah Hecht, Who HQ

Series: Who Was?

Narrator: André Santana

Unabridged: 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/05/2024


Synopsis

Find out how a mischievous boy became a phenomenal swimmer and the greatest Olympian of all time in this inspiring addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Michael Phelps began swimming at age seven at the urging of his mom. As a young boy, Michael was brimming with energy--more energy than most other kids his age--and Mrs. Phelps thought this sport could help keep him calm and focused. As Michael grew older, his skills improved, and he transformed into one of the greatest swimmers in the world, winning twenty-eight Olympic medals.

Outside of the pool, Michael became an advocate for mental and physical health for adults and children. He even founded an organization that teaches water safety and promotes healthy living. Young listeners can learn more about Michael Phelps's thriving legacy in this middle-grade biography.

About The Author

Micah Hecht (they/them) is a swimmer who works in children’s book publishing. They fervently follow swimming news online, and this is their first Who HQ book.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Alicia

I'm constantly bowled over by the tidbits of information I learn in the Who HQ series for each person that I read about the Michael Phelps' is the same way not only about his storied swimming career (and subsequent bad decisions before a comeback) but also his physical body which made him a stellar......more

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