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Dream Big: Michael Jordan and the Pursuit of Excellence
Contributor(s): Jordan, Deloris (Author), Root, Barry (Illustrator)

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ISBN: 1442412704     ISBN-13: 9781442412705
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: May 2014
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Biographical - United States
- Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Basketball
- Juvenile Fiction | Boys & Men
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2011019441
Age Level: 4-8
Grade Level: PreK-3
Lexile Measure: 690 NC (Nonconforming Text)
Physical Information: 0.2" H x 8.9" W x 11.8" L (0.35 lbs) 32 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - 1950-1999
- Ethnic Orientation - African American
Features: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product, Price on Product - Canadian
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 151519
Reading Level: 3.7   Interest Level: Lower Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
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Publisher Description:
Olympic dreams come true in this inspiring picture book from Michael Jordan's mother, author of the New York Times bestselling Salt in His Shoes.

Long before he became a professional All-Star basketball player, Michael Jordan had dreams of winning an Olympic gold medal--and with dedication and perseverance, that's exactly what he did. This heartwarming picture book, written by Michael's mother and illustrated by Barry Root, gives a rare glimpse into a sports hero's childhood and emphasizes the role that good values play in success. An ideal companion to the New York Times bestselling Salt in His Shoes, this is an inspirational story for sports fans, go-getters, and anyone with big dreams


Contributor Bio(s): Jordan, Deloris: - Deloris Jordan is Michael Jordan's mother and the coauthor of Salt in His Shoes, illustrated by Kadir Nelson, which Booklist called "inspirational;" Did I Tell You I Love You Today?, illustrated by Shane W. Evans, which was called "a tender read-aloud" by Kirkus Reviews; and Dream Big. She is also the author of Family First: Winning the Parenting Game, a book highlighting the seven principles of parenting. Through her work with the James Jordan Foundation in Chicago, Illinois, as well as the Jordan Institute for Families at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mrs. Jordan is widely regarded as an advocate for children and families. The mother of five children and the grandmother of eleven, Mrs. Jordan lives in Chicago.Root, Barry: - Barry Root is the illustrator of many books for children, including Gumbrella, which he also wrote; Dream Big; By My Brother's Side; and Game Day, which received a Christopher Award in the category of books for young people. He lives with his family in Quarryville, Pennsylvania.
 
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