Learn about the life and legacy of American skateboard legend Tony Hawk and what makes him one of the most celebrated skateboarders of all time!
Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a professional skateboarder by age fourteen. He then went on to be named the National Skateboard Association world champion for twelve consecutive years. Among other notable "firsts," Tony Hawk became the first skateboarder to land a "900" trick, earning him the title as the pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding.
Although he is known for his skateboarding, he is also an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, and founder of the Skatepark Project, which builds skateparks in underprivileged neighborhoods. Young readers can learn more about the man who ushered in the era of modern skateboarding in this exciting book.
| ISBN: | 9780593751800 |
| Publication date: | 1st June 2025 |
| Author: | Steve Korté |
| Illustrator: | Andrew Thomson |
| Publisher: | Penguin Workshop an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 108 pages |
| Series: | Who Was? |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography Children’s / Teenage general interest: Computer and video games Cycling, Boarding & Skating Sports |
Learn about the life and legacy of American skateboard legend Tony Hawk and what makes him one of the most celebrated skateboarders of all time!Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a professional skateboarder by age fourteen.
Who Is Tony Hawk? features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Computer and video games, Cycling, Boarding & Skating, Sports
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Who Is Tony Hawk? was written by Steve Korté and published by Penguin Workshop an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group
Who Is Tony Hawk? has 108 pages
Yes it is part of Who Was? series
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