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Books in Great Americans in Sports series

  • Great Americans in Sports: Drew Brees

    Matt Christopher

    Paperback (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Dec. 1, 2015)
    Get to know Drew Brees, the record-breaking, beloved quarterback, in this gripping new sports biography from Matt Christopher Drew Brees grew up in a family of athletes, and overcame injuries and setbacks to become one of today's best quarterbacks. This comprehensive biography - complete with photos and fun infographics - shows how Drew Brees went from being a flag football player to Super Bowl MVP and modern legend, and is sure to appeal to legions of football fans.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Blake Griffin

    Matt Christopher

    Paperback (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Dec. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights Blake Griffin is known for being a #1 draft pick, Rookie of the Year, Slam Dunk Contest winner, and one of the best power forwards playing today. But he had to fight to make it onto the NBA court at all after sitting out his first pro season with a devastating knee injury. Learn more about the perennial All-Star in this comprehensive biography, complete with photos and fun infographics.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Babe Ruth

    Matt Christopher

    Paperback (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the plate with a baseball legend Babe Ruth was baseball's first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and smart outfielder who made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport came through in his playfulness on the field and drive to win, but Babe had to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to become the greatest. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - tells the story behind the legend.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Mia Hamm

    Matt Christopher

    Paperback (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a soccer legend Mia Hamm's speed, aggressive play, and ability to "read the field" helped her become the best women's soccer player in the world. Her stellar performance as a college, World Cup, and Olympic champion made her a sports hero, and her story will inspire a new generation of young athletes. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - gives readers an up-close look at one of America's greatest soccer stars.
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  • Babe Ruth

    Matt Christopher

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Sept. 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the plate with a baseball legend Babe Ruth was baseball's first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and smart outfielder who made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport came through in his playfulness on the field and drive to win, but Babe had to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to become the greatest. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - tells the story behind the legend.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Drew Brees

    Matt Christopher, Alden Ford

    Audio CD (Little, Brown Young Readers, Dec. 1, 2015)
    Get to know Drew Brees, the record-breaking, beloved quarterback, in this gripping new sports biography from Matt Christopher Drew Brees grew up in a family of athletes, and overcame injuries and setbacks to become one of today's best quarterbacks. This comprehensive biography - complete with photos and fun infographics - shows how Drew Brees went from being a flag football player to Super Bowl MVP and modern legend, and is sure to appeal to legions of football fans.
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  • Crispus Attucks

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of Crispus Attucks, the first person to be killed in the struggle for American independence, and explains his place in American history.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Babe Ruth

    Matt Christopher, Nick Sullivan

    Audio CD (Little, Brown Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the plate with a baseball legend Babe Ruth was baseball's first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and smart outfielder who made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport came through in his playfulness on the field and drive to win, but Babe had to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to become the greatest. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - tells the story behind the legend.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Mia Hamm

    Matt Christopher, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Little, Brown Young Readers, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a soccer legend Mia Hamm's speed, aggressive play, and ability to "read the field" helped her become the best women's soccer player in the world. Her stellar performance as a college, World Cup, and Olympic champion made her a sports hero, and her story will inspire a new generation of young athletes. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - gives readers an up-close look at one of America's greatest soccer stars.
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  • Mia Hamm

    Matt Christopher

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, Sept. 1, 2015)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a soccer legend Mia Hamm's speed, aggressive play, and ability to ""read the field"" helped her become the best women's soccer player in the world. Her stellar performance as a college, World Cup, and Olympic champion made her a sports hero, and her story will inspire a new generation of young athletes. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and infographics - gives readers an up-close look at one of America's greatest soccer stars.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Blake Griffin

    Matt Christopher, Alden Ford

    Audio CD (Little, Brown Young Readers, Dec. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights Blake Griffin is known for being a #1 draft pick, Rookie of the Year, Slam Dunk Contest winner, and one of the best power forwards playing today. But he had to fight to make it onto the NBA court at all after sitting out his first pro season with a devastating knee injury. Learn more about the perennial All-Star in this comprehensive biography, complete with photos and fun infographics.
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  • Andrew Jackson

    Monica Rausch

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 31, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of President Andrew Jackson and explains his place in American history.
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