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Suni Lee: Gymnastics Superstar
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Suni Lee was already the first Hmong American to compete for USA Gymnastics when she surprised the world by winning the all-around gold medal. From a homemade balance beam in her backyard to winning gold at the Olympics, Lee always keeps her family and heritage close. Get more details about this gymnastics superstar's journey to the top.
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Cheryl Kim
Cheryl Kim is a second-grade teacher from California and the recipient of the 2020 SCBWI Kate Dopirak Craft and Community Award. Her debut nonfiction picture book, UP IN THE CLOUDS: THE KATHERINE SUI-FUN CHEUNG STORY, is forthcoming from Lee and Low Books, and she is also a writer for Capstone's Sports Illustrated for Kids Stars of Sports biography series.
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