Thursday, August 5, 2010

"Surfer of the Century" by Ellie Crowe

Duke grew up in Hawaii and felt most comfortable in the ocean near his home. One day while swimming, an attorney saw him moving through the water and offered to coach him.  Duke took him up on his offer.  This was the first step toward a new life for Duke.  Join him on his adventures around the world and into the competitive world of swimming and surfing.

Preview questions:  Why did Duke get rejected from the first surf club he tried to join?  What happened at the Olympics?