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Charlie Takes His Shot: How Charlie Sifford Broke the Color Barrier in Golf Hardcover – Picture Book, January 1, 2018

by Nancy Churnin (Author), John Joven (Illustrator)
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2018 Eureka! Nonfiction Children's Book Honor Award, presented by the California Reading Association

When the rules kept Charlie Sifford from playing in the Professional Golf Association, he set out to change them.

Charlie Sifford loved golf, but in the 1930's only white people were allowed to play in the Professional Golf Association. Sifford had won plenty of Black tournaments, but he was determined to break the color barrier in the PGA. In 1960 he did, only to face discrimination from hotels that wouldn't rent him rooms and clubs that wouldn't let him use the same locker as the white players. But Sifford kept playing, becoming the first Black golfer to win a PGA tournament and eventually ranking among the greats in golf.

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    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    810L
  6. Dimensions
    8 x 0.4 x 10 inches
  7. Publisher
    Albert Whitman & Company
  8. Publication date
    January 1, 2018
  9. ISBN-10
    0807511285
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0807511282
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Gr 1–3—Churnin details the life of Charlie Sifford, the first black man to compete in the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA).The narrative opens with a young Sifford playing a game of golf by himself at night ("If anyone saw him, he'd be in trouble"), before detailing Sifford's life as a caddie and how segregation forbid him from entering PGA tournaments. Inspired by a meeting with Jackie Robinson (who "didn't quit or lose his temper" when faced with racism), and with the help of lawyer Stanley Mosk, Sifford would eventually win a discrimination case against the PGA in 1960. The overturning of the PGA's Caucasians-Only clause allowed Sifford to go on to win the Greater Hartford Open in 1967, the Los Angeles open in 1969, and the Senior PGA Championship in 1975 to become known as the "Jackie Robinson of golf." Churnin provides a thoughtful overview of discrimination and how it impacted the world of sports through the 1960s. The illustrations are colorful and their size and placement vary throughout the story, providing a more dynamic reading experience and breaking up larger blocks of text. The characters especially come to life on the page with a range of expressions and emotions conveyed through the art. VERDICT A worthwhile addition to school libraries looking for sports-related picture book biographies.—Kelly Topita, Anne Arundel County Public Library, MD

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"A poignant and inspiring tale of a groundbreaking sports figure whose name and story should be well-known."―Kirkus Reviews


"A quietly affecting story...Churnin concludes on a hopeful note: 'And now it was possible for everyone who loved the game to play and hear cheers from the crowd.'"―Publishers Weekly

"An engaging picture book introducing a little-known American hero."―Booklist

"A worthwhile addition to school libraries looking for sports-related picture book biographies."―School Library Journal

2018 Eureka! Nonfiction Children's Book Honor Award, presented by the California Reading Association

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Albert Whitman & Company; Illustrated edition (January 1, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0807511285
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0807511282
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 810L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.4 x 10 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 60 ratings

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Nancy Churnin is an award-winning author of picture books, chapter books, and board books who writes stories about people who persevered to achieve their dreams and make the world a better place. She provides free teacher guides and a project for each book with a dedicated page on her website, nancychurnin.com, to encourage and celebrate kids to be heroes and heroines, too. She's available for bookings through Authors and More at authorsandmore.com. Nancy won the National Jewish Book Award and Sydney Taylor Honor for her Junior Library Guild Gold Collection pick DEAR MR. DICKENS, now the subject of an educational program at The Charles Dickens Museum in London. She won the South Asia Book Award for MANJHI MOVES A MOUNTAIN, another Junior Library Guild selection. She has won multiple Silver Eurekas from the California Reading Association, National Council for the Social Studies Notables, an Ann Izzard Storytellers ' Choice Award, a Notable Book for a Global Society, two Sydney Taylor Notables, a Sakura Medal finalist and had several Mighty Girl, Bank Street Best Book for Kids selections and state reading list picks, and received multiple starred reviews. Her books have been translated into many languages including Braille.A native New Yorker and former theater critic for The Dallas Morning News, Nancy is a graduate of Harvard University, with a master's from Columbia University School of Journalism. She lives in North Texas with her husband, two cantankerous cats, and a dog named Dog.

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Shash
5.0 out of 5 stars ... opened the doors for black children to learn and love the game of golf
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2018
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This skillful author brings to life a quiet hero who through his passion and perseverance opened the doors for black children to learn and love the game of golf. It's easy to forget that many of the opportunities we take for granted were painfully fought for by civil rights pioneers who simply wanted to "take their shot." Churnin has mastered the craft of bringing these inspirational figures to life and encouraging her young readers to dream big and stay focused on the things they feel passionate about, even when the odds are against them. Charlie Sifford comes alive on the pages through the creative blend of dynamic narrative and charming period perfect illustrations. A fun read for young athletes who may not realize that the opportunities they take for granted requires continued commitment and support from people of good will. It's a winner!
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F. Farber
5.0 out of 5 stars Determination and Persistance Are Keys to Success
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2018
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This is the true story of an African-American boy, who faced societal discrimination against competing in golf because of his skin color. He is limited to practicing on the sly, with little or no hope of engaging in major PGA tournaments, but his love for golf persisted. Natural skill, hard work and perseverance keep him focused on his goals until he finally
makes the ultimate win in a PGA tour, opening the door for so many other golfers to compete. A heartwarming story
beautifully told and illustrated!
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Ivy
5.0 out of 5 stars Historical & Motivational for Children
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
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Will pass in on my family. Thankyou for writing this book. It's beautifully illustrated. Charlie Sifford is a legend and was always spoken fondly of as a golfing pioneer in our family.My Dad's cousin Im happy to have this to share with our children. Tiger Woods spoke kindly of Charlie.
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Courtnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2019
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Added perfectly to my Black History Month! It is a great story about perseverance and achieving your dream despite obstacles. It was a great read aloud for my 2nd graders.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Civil Rights in Sports Story
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
This biography tells the life story of Laura Wheeler Waring, a relatively unknown artist. She grew up in the late 19th century, a black female artist in an era predominated by white males. She wanted museums to show people who looked like her, and she wanted to grow up to have her art on those museum walls too. Against all odds, she fulfilled her dream. Author Nancy Churnin always delivers a biography to introduce historical figures to children in an entertaining as well as educational manner. This book is illustrated by Felica Marshall’s paintings which are painted in the same “beautiful shades of brown” that Wheeler loved. All the earth tones show the warmth of Wheeler’s life. I recommend this book for readers of any age who are interested in art and artists. As a great biography of an empowered Black woman, it would be great for Black History Month, or multicultural representation in a classroom library.
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Kelly O.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2020
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My 6yo loves the book! Perfect to introduce some history and still peak his interest.
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Sharon J Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Delightful Churnin book
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2017
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Excellent and beautifully illustrated, this book brings us the story of an unlikely golfer and lets children see themselves in his shoes.
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