
Michael Jordan and the Pursuit of Excellence
Long before he became an All-Star professional basketball player, Michael Jordan imagined winning an Olympic gold medal, and with dedication and perseverance, that's exactly what he did. Written by Michael's mother and illustrated by Barry Root, this heartwarming picture book gives a rare glimpse into a sports hero's childhood, emphasizing the role that good values played in his success.
This inspiring companion to the New York Times bestselling book Salt in His Shoes captures the enthusiasm of sports-minded readers as they journey toward the Olympics with a boy whose talent is matched only by the size of his dreams.
Long before he became an All-Star professional basketball player, Michael Jordan imagined winning an Olympic gold medal, and with dedication and perseverance, that's exactly what he did. Written by Michael's mother and illustrated by Barry Root, this heartwarming picture book gives a rare glimpse into a sports hero's childhood, emphasizing the role that good values played in his success.
This inspiring companion to the New York Times bestselling book Salt in His Shoes captures the enthusiasm of sports-minded readers as they journey toward the Olympics with a boy whose talent is matched only by the size of his dreams.
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Black History Grades PreK-2 | Paperback Book Collection | $105.00 | |
Ready-To-Go 2 25 Book Classroom Library: Nonfiction, Grade 2 | Classroom Library | $125.00 | |
Lexile Elementary Levels 600-690 | Paperback Book Collection | $225.00 |