Her Fearless Run: Kathrine Switzer's Historic Boston Marathon
Written by: Kim Chaffee
Published by: Page Street Kids
“Chaffee’s text balances thorough research with strong prose that breaks through the wall that stops some nonfiction in its tracks. Additionally, Rooney’s collagelike paint, paper, and pencil illustrations are rich in texture and vibrant in color, capturing both the motion of running and emotion of persevering.” — Kirkus (Starred Review)
A picture-book biography of Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with official race numbers in 1967. Race officials tried to stop her and take away her race numbers, but Kathrine evaded their grasp and went on to finish, making headlines and helping to change the rules that barred women from running. Kathrine has become one of my personal heroes for her persistence and determination.
Teaching Guide
The guide is packed with ideas for exploring Kathrine’s story with students. Download the Teacher’s Guide (5.3 MB PDF).
Buy Her Fearless Run
Get a signed (by Kathrine herself!) copy from 261 Fearless, Kathrine’s charity supporting women to find empowerment through running.
