The Wonder Crew presents the fascinating story of how the salty coach of the Annapolis crew team, Coach Richard Glendon, seized the sport of rowing first from the Ivy League schools and then the imposing British with a new style both uniquely American and very much his own. Glendon took a group of young midshipmen with humble origins and dominated a sport once the domain of the privileged. After stunning the Ivy Leagues in race after race, the US Naval Academy team won a shot at the Olympics. Their task was nearly impossible: for hundreds of years, the British Navy ruled the world and their supremacy of the seas naturally made them dominant in the sport of rowing. With the hopes of a nation, Navy went into the heart of Europe and in thrilling fashion defeated the heavily favored Brits to win the gold medal in 1920. With Glendon's new American style, the US won Gold for forty straight years, the longest winning streak in any single sport in Olympic history. Rich in history, with brave characters, American ingenuity, and dramatic training and competition, Susan Saint Sing's The Wonder Crew is the first comprehensive account of the 1920 Olympic Navy crew team and their inspirational coach who forged the dramatic story of their quest for Olympic gold.

In this fun and inclusive chapter book, join the adventures of The Wonder Crew-Cinnamon, Sweet Potato, Peaches, Cocoa, Hamburger and Peanut as they venture into each other's fantasies! When they become scared, nervous or frightened, they push their pictures on the back of their medallions and POOF! they are whisked off on many exciting adventures. Explore with the crew as they are transported to faraway places like Candylane Ave, where everything is made of candy, to landing inside a gigantic dog. Let's go! Using fantasy as a coping mechanism when faced with fear, trauma or just uncomfortable situations is validated in this story. Children typically have very vivid imaginations and a strong penchant for fantasy and make believe. Depicting fantasy as something good can help them foster a positive and healthy imagination. An entertaining illustrated book aimed at kids age 7-10 that will dispel racial stereotypes and encourage children to explore different interests and activities not typical to expectations. It will also encourage positive behavior by showing the consequences of making good vs bad decisions. Expand children's minds! This story is a great way for parents, teachers and caregivers, to foster a dialogue about bullying, diversity, coping skills, good decision making, imagination and future aspirations!