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Age Range
8 - 12
Genre
graphic novel
Copyright Year
2026-08-25
Page Count
352
Publisher
Dial Books
Grade Level
3rd - 7th
ISBN
9780593407325
Lexile
GN280
Themes
perseverance
responsibility
confidence

Raise the Bar: A Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Fernanda Frick H.

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Sam Sanchez is determined to become Chile’s first weightlifting gold medalist, even though she doesn’t have a coach or the best equipment. When she gets the chance to train with her Olympic hero, Eva Dos Santos, Sam is willing to take a risk to chase her dream. As she trains, makes new friends, faces tough competition, and works toward qualifying for the Pan American Games, Sam learns that success takes perseverance, responsibility, and believing in herself. This inspiring graphic novel celebrates determination, friendship, and the pursuit of big dreams.

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Age Range
8 - 12
Genre
graphic novel
Copyright Year
2026-08-25
Page Count
352
Publisher
Dial Books
Grade Level
3rd - 7th
ISBN
9780593407325
Lexile
GN280
Themes
perseverance
responsibility
confidence
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