Jim Thorpe’s Bright Path

Run, leap, and cheer — this is the amazing true story of Jim Thorpe! Join Ben & Pia as they tell the thrilling adventure of a boy from the prairies who became an Olympic champion, pro football star, baseball player, and more. This story is full of heart, bravery, and a surprise about missing shoes at the big Olympic moment. Perfect for young explorers who love sports, history, and stories of fairness and pride. Historical Fun Fact: At the 1912 Stockholm Olympics Jim Thorpe won both the pentathlon and the decathlon, competing across 15 events in just a few days! Did you know? Why were Jim Thorpe's Olympic medals taken away and only returned fully more than a century later? Which story do you want to hear next? Ben & Pia bring this tale to life with gentle, exciting narration and historical details for curious minds. #LetsRewind #JimThorpe #Olympics #HistoryAdventure #SportsHeroes #NativeAmericanHistory #AmazingTrueStory