Biography
Sports Heroes and Legends… Derek Jeter
This book is about Derek Jeter. From the time Derek was a little boy, he dreamed of becoming an all star shortstop for the New York Yankees. Ever since, he has worked hard at fulfilling his dream. Derek was born on June 26, 1974, in Pequannock, New Jersey (which is less than an hour’s drive [...]
Sports Heroes and Legends… Barry Bonds
This is an excellent biography about Barry Bonds. Barry comes from a very athletic family. His dad was an all-star baseball player for the San Francisco Giants and his godfather was one of the best all around players of all time, Willie Mays. His cousin, Reggie Jackson, was also an amazing player. Barry had so [...]
Sports Great Herschel Walker
This is a biography about Herschel Walker. Herschel Walker was a great tailback for the University of Georgia and the New Jersey Generals in the USFL. In the NFL, he played for the Cowboys and the Vikings. He was always #34, no matter where he played. In one year, he ran for 2,411yards!!! Herschel Walker [...]
Quarterback Power
I just read a book about six great quarterbacks: Tom Brady, Bret Farve, Peyton Manning, Chad Pennington, Michael Vick, and Donovan McNabb. This book is filled with interesting facts, and I think anyone that likes football or football statistics will like this book. It is a quick easy read.
NBA Superstar Shaquille O’Neal
This is a short biography about Shaquille O’Neal. It is a very interesting because it has many facts about his life. I liked it because it gave information like when he was 6 years old he was 4’4” and weighed 82 pounds! Did you know that he’s won eight Most Valuable Player awards?
I recommend this [...]
NBA Reader LeBron James
This is a biography about LeBron James. It tells about when he was young and lived part time with his mom and a friend, to when he was a high school phenom and finally, about when he made it to the Pros. Find out how he measures up as a professional basketball player by reading [...]
Childhood of Famous Americans…Roberto Clemente
This book is a sports biography about Roberto Clemente. Roberto was an excellent ballplayer who played professional baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Roberto was such a good ballplayer because he was able to hit the ball anywhere he wanted to on the field.
He was born in Puerto Rico and that is where he learned to [...]
At The Plate With… Ichiro
This is a book about Ichiro Suzuki’s life. From when he was introduced to baseball when he was three years old in his hometown of Toyoyama, Japan by his father. He ended up becoming more well known of the Japanese prime mister, just from playing baseball! Then he decided to make the move to America [...]