Mikaela Shiffrin (Little People, BIG DREAMS)

Mikaela Shiffrin’s story traces her journey from a competitive little girl skiing in Colorado to one of the most accomplished alpine skiers in history. With strong support from her close-knit family, she trained hard, broke records, and won Olympic gold medals at a young age. After the heartbreaking loss of her father, Mikaela faced one of the toughest periods of her life and career, but through resilience and determination, she continued competing and eventually reached new milestones. Her story highlights perseverance, discipline, and the importance of passion—reminding readers to chase excellence while still finding joy in the journey.