Matt Christopher
Author
Publisher
Little Brown and Co
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Get on the court with basketball superstar LeBron James in this in-depth, updated biography!
LeBron James was a sensation in his early days playing ball in Akron, Ohio, and he continued to amaze as a high school phenomenon. Now an international icon and the heart of his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers, he is widely known as one of the greatest basketball players ever to step onto the court.
Discover LeBron James's incredible story in this in-depth...
3) Soccer hero
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Co
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Rob Lasher is just an ordinary soccer player, good at the game, but not great. Then one afternoon, he saves his coach's life in front of all his teammates. Suddenly, he's the team's hero. As some members of his team and the rest of the town continue to laud Rob's heroic act, Rob realizes he doesn't want the attention and any unearned accolades that come with it. Kids will learn that doing what is right should be the norm, not the exception.
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown & Company
Pub. Date
1992
Language
English
Description
Sylvester's baseball has been so dismal that the coach has him warming the bench. So when Cheeko offers to show him a few pointers, he eagerly accepts his offer. But Sylvester can't help thinking there's something fishy about Cheeko.
5) Top wing
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
c1994
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
When his father is accused of causing a fire through faulty wiring, Dana tries to get to the bottom of the allegations. But when he discovers the shocking truth, he must decide whether to keep quiet or ruin a reputation by going public.
6) Tight end
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
1981
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
A high school football player believes the harassment he is experiencing on and off the field is due to his father's prison record.
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Sylvester Coddmyer III, star of "The Kid Who Only Hit Homers" and "Return of the Home Run Kid" is about to face his biggest challenge yet. He sprains his ankle and wonders how he will hit homers--or even singles--when every swing means pain.
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
"This biography brings readers onto the court to experience the biggest moments of Kevin Durant's remarkable career, relays details of his life, and shows his dedication to giving back to his community"-- Provided by publisher.
12) Red-hot hightops
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
c1987
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Normally fearful to play basketball in front of a crowd, Kelly becomes a confident and aggressive player when she dons a mysterious pair of red sneakers that she finds.