Dream Big: Michael Jordan and the Pursuit of Olympic Gold (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781442412699)

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

Author: Deloris Jordan
ISBN-10: 1442412690
ISBN-13: 9781442412699
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2012
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.12lbs
Size: 12.38h x 9.27w x 0.39d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 151519 / Dream Big: Michael Jordan and the Pursuit of Olympic Gold


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2012
Publishers Weekly 03/26/2012 pg. 81
School Library Journal 05/01/2012 pg. 75
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2012 pg. 167 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed