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Everyone loves an underdog. That’s why we’re drawn to sports movies—there’s something special about the magic depicted in Remember The Titans, Miracle, or even something silly like The Waterboy. But good sports books, and we mean good ones, go even deeper.
2) Lebron James
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has wowed basketball fans throughout his career. Dig deeper into James's impressive play, discover how he stays on top, and learn more about his life outside of basketball"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. LeBron James: Basketball Icon summarizes LeBron James's life and career to date and draw attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Reviewed...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
LeBron James is unquestionably one of the biggest names in basketball history, but it's his actions off the court that make him a true superstar. In this captivating biography, readers learn how James uses his position as a respected athlete to encourage and uplift others. The inspiring text describes how young LeBron overcame a difficult childhood, achieved unimaginable success, and gave back to his community by starting a school to help kids like...
9) Steph Curry
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Steph Curry. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
11) Lebron James
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
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Description
Learn about NBA superstar LeBron James.
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Language
English
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"This dynamic picture book biography introduces readers of all ages to Wataru Misaka, the first non-white athlete to play in the NBA. Wataru "Wat" Misaka, a Japanese American boy born to immigrant parents, liked to play basketball under the glow of stars and a small street lamp in Ogden, Utah. America was home to Wat, but with the onset of World War II, many people thought he didn't belong. "Go home!" they would shout as he dribbled the ball down...
15) Dirk Nowitzki
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Biography of Dirk Nowitzki, basketball player for the Dallas Mavericks.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 10
Language
English
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"An autobiography about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and his life growing up in New York, becoming the basketball star he's known to be, and getting involved in the world around him as an activist for social change"--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Michael Jordan shoots. He scores! This basketball superstar dominated the sport for years. From a set of three-peat victories to a key spot on the Dream Team, his position as one of the greatest players of all time is indisputable. But how did the basketball great go from being cut during tryouts for his high school basketball team to earning a spot in the Basketball Hall of Fame? Follow along as Michael grows from athletic kid, to star college player,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Grab your Js and hit the court with this Who Was? biography about NBA superstar Michael Jordan. Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive--even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched...
19) Carmelo Anthony
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
910L
Language
English
Formats
Description
As a rookie for the Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony helped lead his team to the playoffs with his outstanding scoring skills. After he was traded to the New York Knicks, he continued to shine on the court, impressing fans with an amazing 26 points per game during his first season. That's not the only reason Carmelo Anthony is a superstar, however. When he's not sinking shots, Carmelo is helping those in need through the Carmelo Anthony Foundation....
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