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Jul 8, 2026

Mia The Athlete by Tale Teller Kids published by Tale Teller Club Press

Once upon a time, in a sunny little town, there lived a girl named Mia. Mia was five years old, just like you! She had bright brown eyes and a big smile. Mia loved to watch athletes on TV. They ran fast, jumped high, and threw balls super far.

“I want to be an athlete too!” Mia said every morning.

But Mia used a wheelchair. Her legs were a little different and didn’t run like her friends’ legs. Sometimes she felt sad. “How can I be an athlete in a wheelchair?” she wondered.

One bright day, Mia’s mom took her to the big park. Colorful flags waved in the wind. A friendly coach named Coach Lee was there with lots of kids.

“Today we’re having Wheelchair Games!” said Coach Lee with a happy wave. “Everyone can play!”

Mia’s eyes grew wide. There were wheelchairs that zoomed, special balls that bounced high, and even a race track just for wheels.

First, they played wheelchair basketball. Mia rolled her chair fast across the shiny court. Whoosh! She threw the ball. Swish! It went right through the hoop!

“Yay, Mia!” cheered her new friends.

Next came the big race. Mia’s heart went thump-thump. She gripped her wheels tight. “Ready… set… GO!”

Mia pushed with all her might. Her arms were strong from rolling everywhere. Zoom! Her wheelchair went faster and faster. The wind tickled her face. She crossed the finish line with a giant grin.

“You did it!” shouted Coach Lee. “You are a real athlete, Mia!”

Mia laughed and hugged her shiny new medal. It sparkled in the sun. “I can be an athlete,” she said. “Just in my own amazing way!”

From that day on, Mia practiced every week. She made new friends, grew stronger, and dreamed even bigger dreams.

And whenever she felt a little worried, she remembered: You don’t need the same legs as everyone else to chase your dreams. You just need a brave heart and wheels that go fast!

The end.

What do you think Mia should try next—swimming with a special float or throwing a flying disc?

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