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Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Jackie Robinson, Mickey Mantle. These baseball legends rule the record books. But who will fans still be talking about years from now? Find out which of your favorite baseball players are legends in the making. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated Kids.
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"Brazilian soccer star Robinho was born into a family with little money and not many options for a good life. In this sports biography, explore how with the help of soccer legend Pelé, Robinho has been able to not only become wealthy but become one of the best soccer players in the world"--Provided by publisher.
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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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The well-educated son of an Italian family, Verrazzano settled in Dieppe, France, as a young man. This explains why his historic explorations of the coast of eastern North America were undertaken in the name of the French king. During his 1524 journey, Verrazzano recorded a detailed account of the places he visited, one that would prove a key source of information about North America. Readers will also learn about Verrazzano's later journey to Brazil...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Adrian Peterson: Record-setting Running Back summarizes Adrian Peterson's life and career to date and draws 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! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
8) Chris Paul
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Point Guard Chris Paul knows how to make a big impact on the court, despite the fact that he's only six feet tall. During his first year playing professional basketball for the New Orleans Hornets, Chris Paul was named NBA Rookie of the Year and led the league in steals. In 2011, he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers--and went on to lead the team to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons! Chris doesn't just work hard on the court, though....
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Tom Brady: Super Bowl Quarterback summarizes Tom Brady's life and career to date and draws 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! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
16) Kevin Love
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From an early age, Kevin Love showed a lot of promise on the court. In college, he led the UCLA Bruins in rebounds and guided his team to the Final Four. Kevin then joined the Minnesota Timberwolves and became a superstar player. His accurate jump shots and passing skills dazzled fans, and he proved to be one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA. Kevin's talents and achievements aren't limited to basketball, however. He also helps organize...
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Brazilian soccer superstar Neymar personifies the benefits of working hard to achieve goals, in his case by scoring goals. His achievements on the field prove that passion and dedication to one's pursuits can lead to greatness. As captain of Brazil's team in the 2016 Summer Olympics, he helped Brazil win its first Olympic gold medal. In 2017, Neymar left FC Barcelona to play with Paris Saint-Germain. This biography details his love for the sport,...
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This title will introduce you to Billie Jean King, John McEnroe, Rafael Nadal, and more of the all-time greatest players in tennis. Complete with action-packed stories of their most memorable moments, spotlight stats, information boxes, a glossary, additional resources and more. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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The Playmakers series introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Jeremy Lin: Basketball Phenom summarizes Jeremy Lin 's life and career to date. Informative text examines his career highlights thus far and draws attention to his accomplishments beyond the court. 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...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Joe Flacco: Super Bowl MVP summarizes Flaccos' life and career to date and draws 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! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone...
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