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5) Tony Romo
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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A look at the life and career of the football star.
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There are plenty of ways that kids can beautify and improve their communities. This helpful book offers simple things kids can do to help others, whether by joining local groups, organizing friends and family members, or by taking individual action. The volume also provides ways that kids can learn more and share their newfound knowledge with others.
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Blake Griffin is one of basketball's brightest young stars. After being picked first in the NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, he soon became well known for his amazing slam dunks. In 2013, Blake led the Clippers to their first division championship. In addition to being a dazzling athlete, the young forward has used his basketball skills to help others. During his rookie season, he pledged to give $100 for each slam dunk he made that year to...
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As a rookie for the Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony helped lead his team to the playoffs with his outstanding scoring skills. After he was traded to the New York Knicks, he continued to shine on the court, impressing fans with an amazing 26 points per game during his first season. That's not the only reason Carmelo Anthony is a superstar, however. When he's not sinking shots, Carmelo is helping those in need through the Carmelo Anthony Foundation....
10) Chris Paul
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Point Guard Chris Paul knows how to make a big impact on the court, despite the fact that he's only six feet tall. During his first year playing professional basketball for the New Orleans Hornets, Chris Paul was named NBA Rookie of the Year and led the league in steals. In 2011, he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers--and went on to lead the team to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons! Chris doesn't just work hard on the court, though....
11) Colin Kaepernick
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Colin Kaepernick has been wowing his fans and teammates since he became the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers in 2012. That season, he led the Niners all the way to Super Bowl XLVII (47). Since then, Colin has used his powerful arm and incredible running game to set NFL records. In the 2014 NFC Championship Game against the Seattle Seahawks, he made the longest run ever by a quarterback in an NFL playoff game--58 yards! That's not the...
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Even during his first outstanding rookie season in Major League Baseball, Derek Jeter was determined to channel his burgeoning success into helping the community. This book explores the ways in which one of the world's top-performing baseball stars has become a role model by practicing what he preaches-eating well and exercising, avoiding drugs and alcohol, and working hard to achieve success. Readers will learn all about Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation,...
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In the 1990s, NASCAR racing star Jeff Gordon became a household name for his extraordinary wins on the track. Today he is equally well known for his charitable work with the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation. This book takes an in-depth look at Gordon's successful efforts to raise funding for cancer research, as well as the construction of pediatric hospitals and health facilities. Packed with colorful photographs and "Star Stats," this book shows...
14) Joe Flacco
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When Joe Flacco joined the Baltimore Ravens in 2008, the rookie thought he would have to wait a long time to show off his skills. That didn't happen. First the team's starting quarterback got injured, then the backup became sick. Joe was the new starting quarterback! He was under pressure to lead his team to victory, and he quickly stepped up to the challenge. In 2013, he led the Ravens to a Super Bowl victory against the San Francisco 49ers. Joe...
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Raised in a poor area of Washington, D.C., Kevin Durant is a true example of how studying and working hard can lead to great success in sports. As a role model for basketball fans nationwide, Durant works with several charities and manages the Kevin Durant Family Foundation, which works with kids from disadvantaged backgrounds and single-parent families. This book, complete with "Star Stats" and a timeline of achievements, celebrates Durant's charitable...
16) Kevin Love
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From an early age, Kevin Love showed a lot of promise on the court. In college, he led the UCLA Bruins in rebounds and guided his team to the Final Four. Kevin then joined the Minnesota Timberwolves and became a superstar player. His accurate jump shots and passing skills dazzled fans, and he proved to be one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA. Kevin's talents and achievements aren't limited to basketball, however. He also helps organize...
17) Lebron James
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NBA superstar LeBron James is a living legend. For years he has dazzled fans--first for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and then for the Miami Heat. During his rookie season, he set a record as the youngest player to score more than 40 points in a game. In 2012 and 2013, he helped the Heat win two NBA championships. Despite moving to Miami, LeBron has never forgotten his hometown of Akron, Ohio. He has donated money to renovate his old high school's basketball...
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Thanks to their record-breaking level of play, multiple Super Bowl wins, and numerous awards, Peyton and Eli Manning have become two of the most popular names in American football. This book chronicles the rise to fame of these football legends, as well as the ways in which they have used their success to give back to the community. Shots of the brothers in action-on the playing field and performing charitable work-and offset facts about their lives...
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One of the most outstanding features of Robert Griffin III's football career has been his commitment to personally connecting with his fans. From his earliest days with the Washington Redskins, RG3, as Griffin has been nicknamed, has conducted himself in such a way as to become a popular role model. He promotes healthy physical lifestyles, strong spiritual faith and values, and a commitment to giving time to others in need. This book highlights one...
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The story of the Williams sisters is an inspirational tale of two driven young women who overcame racism, classism, and sexism in their fight to excel in the world of sports. In this image-packed book, readers will discover how Venus and Serena's astounding success journey is tied to their charitable efforts with organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House and the Haiti Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund. "Star Stats" and a timeline of achievements...
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