An inspiring nonfiction picture book about the courage and perseverance of 1964 Sri Lankan Olympian Ranatunge Karunananda, and the ways in which we define success. Sri Lankan soldier Ranatunge Karunananda is the first runner to ever represent his country in the 10,000-meter race in the Olympic Games. Despite the lack of support and resources, Karu stands on the track in Japan, determined to represent Sri Lanka and his family well.
As the race begins and the other runners lap Karu time and again, he presses on despite objections, winning not the race but the hearts of the 70,000-person crowd, and inspiring people across the world to stay steadfast in the race for their dreams.
| ISBN: | 9781454950189 |
| Publication date: | 5th June 2025 |
| Author: | Thushanthi Ponweera |
| Illustrator: | Maithili Joshi |
| Publisher: | Union Square Kids an imprint of Little, Brown |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 40 pages |
| Genres: |
Sports Children’s / Teenage general interest: Athletics and gymnastics Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography People / Places |
An inspiring nonfiction picture book about the courage and perseverance of 1964 Sri Lankan Olympian Ranatunge Karunananda, and the ways in which we define success. Sri Lankan soldier Ranatunge Karunananda is the first runner to ever represent his country in the 10,000-meter race in the Olympic Games.
Crossing the Finish Line features in the following genres: Sports, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Athletics and gymnastics, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography, People / Places
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Crossing the Finish Line was written by Thushanthi Ponweera and published by Union Square Kids an imprint of Little, Brown
Crossing the Finish Line has 40 pages
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. Not Available.