basketball players

"The bouncing of the ball is the beating of my heart. But my faith is my heart, too. Bilqis eats, sleeps and breathes basktebal bounce, pas, shooe -- SWISH! Sheh breaks record after recod -- all while staying true to her faith and wearing her hijab when she plays. But just as she's ready to launch her professional career, Bilqis's dream is shattered by a rule that forces her to make an impossible choise: play basketball without her hijab, or don't play at all. Written in free verse, this inspiring true story follows Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir on her journey to becoming an elite basketball player and fierce advocate for change in her beloved sport.

Stephen Curry has wowed fans with his incredible basketball skills, including three NBA Championships. But what is his life like off the court? High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully levelled text will leave them feeling confident.

"Engaging images accompany information about Kevin Durant. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--.

"Engaging images accompany information about LeBron James. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"This book details a family's unique story from escaping the Holocaust to landing in America to playing in the NBA"--Provided by publisher.

Read about the incredible life and career of LeBron James.

"Explore the relentless grit of Michael Jordan, as he powers through a mysterious illness in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz, infamously known as the Flu Game. A story of athleticism, willpower, and triumph, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the unyielding drive of one of the greatest basketball players of all time -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page"--.

The Amazing Rise of Jeremy Lin takes readers inside the unexpected NBA career rise of Jeremy Lin during his 2011-2012 season with the New York Knicks. Provides background leading up to Lin's mega-popularity, review of the season, why the world was shocked, and what happened afterward. From players no one believed in to teams no one thought could win, Underdogs: Sports Champions covers some of history's greatest underdogs. Written in a strong narrative nonfiction style, the storytelling in these books will captivate readers. The series includes considerate vocabulary, engaging content, clear text and formatting, and compelling photos. Educational sidebars include extra fun facts and information.

A collection of information about basketball stars from past and present, with profiles, facts, and statistics. Includes color action photographs.

Looks at the life and career of basketball player Steph Curry.