Books in Sports Greats series

Michael Jordan's deciding shot over Bryon Russell during the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz may well be the most perfect moment in the decorated career of the greatest basketball player. But that is just one of the featured stories in this title that covers many other memorable plays on the professional court. David Aretha takes readers on a journey through the moments that sports fans will never forget. Rounding out the text features are full-page photos and many statistics, including details for each players top NBA year and their experiences on high school and college teams.

What receiver would you want to be going long for a pass in the end zone when the clock is running low and the team is behind? Jerry Rice? Randy Moss? Terrell Owens? The exciting narrative of this title introduces readers to the top NFL wide receivers of all time, including their roads to professional careers, from college championships to the NFL field. Plenty of full-page photos and exciting statistics add to this informative and entertaining read.

Many legends have laced up skates and now define the sport. Wayne Gretzky’s name is all over the record books making it easy for him to be called “The Great One.” Glenn Hall, “Mr. Goalie” holds an impressive iron man streak, all without wearing a goalie mask. There is, of course, the most talked about moment in all of hockey the “Miracle on Ice.” Hockey: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

The Music City Miracle, the Flutie Fling, and the Immaculate Reception are just a few of the unbelievable plays that have taken place on the football field. Written by veteran sports author David Aretha, this book engages readers with facts and stories about some of the most unusual and exciting NFL and college football moments. Plenty of full-page photos and statistics make this an exciting and entertaining read.

These are the records and moments that will be remembered forever. Cal Ripken Jr.’s iron man streak, Joe Dimaggio’s hitting streak, both the Minnesota Twins and the Atlanta Braves going worst to first in one year to play each other in the 1991 World Series. Baseball: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Elena Delle Donne stood out from her peers very early on. During her high school basketball career, Delle Donne helped lead her team to a number of state championships, securing her a place as one of the country's top scouted female basketball players. Today, she plays as a small forward for the Washington Mystics. This biography follows Delle Donne's career and provides biographical information. Fact boxes supplement the main text to give readers additional insight into the life of this young sports great.

Standing as tall as 72, these legends of the basketball court dominated the floor during their careers. Ready for a backboard-shattering Shaq attack? Or how about a slam dunk from power forward Kevin Garnett? Written by veteran sports author David Aretha, this book engages readers with facts and stories about the towering legends of the NBA. Plenty of full-page photos and stats, including details for each players top NBA year and their experiences on high school and college teams, make this an exciting and entertaining read.

Giannis Antetokounmpo was born in Athens, Greece. The path to his professional basketball career has been markedly different than those of most other players in the NBA. This biography follows Antetokounmpo's career from his time playing for Filathlitikos in the Greek A2 Basketball League to his time playing for the Milwaukee Bucks. Statistics demonstrate how he's become one of basketball's greatest young players. Fact boxes supplement the main text, while colorful photographs help readers make textual connections.