| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| NASCAR | A popular car racing series in the United States. |
| Barbie Role Model | A special Barbie doll made to honor inspiring women. |
| Race Car | A fast car designed for racing competitions. |
Regina Sirvent is a talented race car driver from Mexico City. She has achieved amazing things in the world of NASCAR racing, a popular car racing series in the United States. Regina is the first woman to win a race in the NASCAR Mexico Truck Series and the first Latina to win in other NASCAR races. She started racing when she was only 9 years old with go-karts!
Recently, Regina received a special honor. She became a Barbie Role Model! This means the famous toy company, Mattel, created a Barbie doll just for her to celebrate her achievements. This Barbie Role Model recognition highlights inspiring women from around the world.
Regina was inspired by her grandfather, who was also a race car driver. She followed in his footsteps and is now a role model herself. Many young girls look up to Regina and dream of becoming race car drivers too.
Keep an eye out for Regina on the racetrack. She is not only fast but also a great example of following your dreams. Although her special Barbie doll won’t be sold in stores, her story inspires many to chase their goals.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Model | Modelo |
| Race | Carrera |
| Program | Programa |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think Regina Sirvent is a good role model for young girls?
- How does having a Barbie doll made in her honor help inspire others?
- What qualities do you think are important for a race car driver?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- What do you find inspiring about Regina Sirvent’s story?
- How can Regina’s achievements encourage others to follow their dreams?
