Partially blind, unable to walk or talk until she was four years old, born poor and mentally retarded, young Loretta Claiborne endured ridicule and humiliation while growing up. Yet she went on to become a world-class runner and a passionate advocate of the Special Olympics. Inspire students to overcome obstacles with the true story of this extradiordinary African American woman.
"Partially blind, unable to walk or talk until she was four years old, born poor and mentally retarded, young Loretta Claiborne endured ridicule and humiliation while growing up. Yet she went on to become a world-class runner and a passionate advocate of the Special Olympics. Inspire students to overcome obstacles with the true story of this extradiordinary African American woman."@en
"Loretta Claiborne's fellow Americans became aware of her many remarkable achievements when she garnered numerous awards throughout her lifetime. Now, here is her true story starring Kimberly Elise and Camryn Manheim as the dedicated social worker whose compassion inspired Loretta to remarkable heights while overcoming all odds."
"Loretta Claiborne's fellow Americans became aware of her many remarkable achievements when she garnered numerous awards throughout her lifetime. Now, here is her true story starring Kimberly Elise and Camryn Manheim as the dedicated social worker whose compassion inspired Loretta to remarkable heights while overcoming all odds."@en
"An unforgetable portrayal of Loretta Claiborne, a world class athlete and one of the most inspirational women of our time. Partially blind, unable to walk or talk until the age of four, Loretta faced ridicule and humiliation for her mild mental retardation while growing up. The discovery of her own running ability and a new program called Special Olympics changed her life."
"An unforgetable portrayal of Loretta Claiborne, a world class athlete and one of the most inspirational women of our time. Partially blind, unable to walk or talk until the age of four, Loretta faced ridicule and humiliation for her mild mental retardation while growing up. The discovery of her own running ability and a new program called Special Olympics changed her life."@en
"Tells the true story of an African American woman who found success in track and field despite her handicap."
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