Includes index.

Overview -- Early life -- The Williams sisters -- Early career (1999-2010) -- Overcoming obstacles -- Fashion -- Career to date (2011 onward) -- Role model -- Charity work -- Endorsements/Entrepreneurship -- Timeline -- Index.

Ages: 8-11.

Grades: 4 to 6.

One of the top tennis players of all time, Serena Williams is both a powerhouse athlete and a philanthropist. This energizing title tells her inspiring story, from learning to play tennis along with her sister Venus from their father in Compton, California, to Serena's record-setting 23 individual Grand Slam titles. Serena s dedication, perseverance, and global activism on behalf of underprivileged people and for equal justice make her a role model for people around the world.