Fauja Singh Keeps Going: The True Story of the Oldest Person to Ever Run a Marathon
Author
Simran Jeet Singh
Illustrator
Baljinder Kaur
Published
8/25/2020
Age Groups
Pre-K / Kindergarten (3-5)
Early Elementary (5-8)
Author
Simran Jeet Singh
Illustrator
Baljinder Kaur
Published
8/25/2020
Age Groups
Pre-K / Kindergarten (3-5)
Early Elementary (5-8)
Author
Simran Jeet Singh
Illustrator
Baljinder Kaur
Published
8/25/2020
Age Groups
Pre-K / Kindergarten (3-5)
Early Elementary (5-8)
Summary of Book
The true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community.
Author Biography
Simran Jeet Singh loves sports and signed up for his first marathon after being inspired by Fauja Singh -- and like Fauja, he hasn't stopped running since. Simran is an activist, writer, and scholar who believes deeply in the divine goodness of all people. He was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and now lives in New York City with his wife and two daughters.
Illustrator Biography
Baljinder Kaur is an illustrator and storyteller. She enjoys observing, exploring, and expressing the simple joys and often seemingly ordinary details of life around her through mixed media. FAUJA SINGH KEEPS GOING is her first trade picture book.