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From Olympic ice dancing medalists Alex and Maia Shibutani, this beautifully illustrated picture book highlights the achievements of many Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have made invaluable contributions to the world.. Inclusivity sets this beautifully illustrated picture book apart in its exploration of thirty-six inspirational Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, such as disabled hero Daniel Inouye, immigrant astronaut Kalpana Chawla, and biracial entertainer Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.. Olympic medalist siblings Maia and Alex Shibutani felt compelled to create a book showing the undeniably positive impacts that Pacific Islanders and Asian Americans have made in this country and around the world. Thanks to quick and accessible biographies written with journalist Dane Liu, readers will learn about important figures who have shaped life-altering policy, made indelible marks on pop culture, and achieved their greatest dreams - paving the way for future generations to make lasting change.
About the Author
Maia Shibutani is a two-time Olympic Bronze Medalist, three-time World Medalist, Four Continents Champion, and two-time U.S. National Champion in Ice Dance with her brother, Alex Shibutani. In 2018, they became the first ice dancers of Asian descent to medal at the Olympics and are only the second sibling duo in the history of the sport to share an Ice Dance medal.The Shibutanis, affectionately known as the "ShibSibs", are recognized for their close sibling relationship, dynamic personalities, and storytelling abilities. The ShibSibs' ability to connect with people around the world and communicate their own journey has built them a passionate and loyal community of fans and supporters.Kudo Kids: The Mystery of the Masked Medalist is their first book together and the first of many stories they would like to tell off the ice. Follow Maia on Twitter and Instagram: @alexshibutani, @shibsibsSubscribe to the ShibSibs YouTube Channel: youtube.com/ShibSibs
