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Usain Bolt: Faster Than a Flash The Story of How a Boy from Jamaica Became the Fastest Man in the World is the electrifying true story of how a fun-loving kid with a lightning smile and a need for speed became the fastest human ever recorded! Meet Usain—a boy from the small town of Sherwood Content, Jamaica, who ran everywhere: to school, through sugarcane fields, and even when he was just playing with friends. He didn’t start out with golden medals or a world record stopwatch—just a wild spirit, a pair of long legs, and a dream that raced through his heart like thunder. This exciting and empowering children’s biography zips through Usain’s journey from a speedy schoolboy to an Olympic legend. Along the way, young readers will learn powerful lessons about confidence, perseverance, and believing that no dream is too big—or too fast—for someone brave enough to chase it. Perfect for kids who love sports, superheroes, and real-life stories of determination, Faster Than a Flash will inspire every reader to lace up their shoes, trust their stride, and race toward greatness—no matter where they start. Ready, set… zoom into the world of Usain Bolt!