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Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan

Name: Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan
Rating: 4.4 (5 reviews)
ISBN: 9780711259362

By Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Part of the Little People Big Dreams series

Rejected from the team, could Michael’s relentless practice transform him into basketball’s greatest legend?

inspiring motivational engaging

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.4

From 5 readers

What do our readers think of Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the colourful pictures and the simple, inspiring story of Michael’s determination, teamwork and love of basketball. Children especially like discovering how he grows from a rejected school player into a sporting legend.

What does the Pageticker team say about Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan?

A lively, encouraging introduction to the sporting legend that is Michael Jordan, with a strong message about practice, teamwork and bouncing back after disappointment. The bright, stylised illustrations bring plenty of energy, while the timeline and photographs add extra detail for curious older children.

Genres

Biography Sport

What is Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan about?

This book tells the story of Michael Jordan, who, after being rejected from his school basketball team, practised tirelessly to achieve his dream. His dedication led him to become a star player in school, college, and the Olympics, eventually earning six NBA titles and scoring 32,292 points. Michael's journey from a determined young boy to a sports legend inspires readers to pursue their own dreams with perseverance.

About the author

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a talented author from Spain who loves to tell inspiring true stories. She is best known for creating the 'Little People, BIG DREAMS' series, which shares the amazing lives of famous people from around the world. Maria hopes her books encourage children to dream big and believe in themselves.

Discussion ideas around Little People Big Dreams - Michael Jordan

Bouncing back: How do you think Michael feels when he is rejected from the team, and what helps him keep trying?

Practice and progress: What changes when Michael practises all summer, and what could you practise to improve at something you enjoy?

Teamwork: The book says that talent may win a game, but teamwork can win a championship. What makes someone a good teammate?

Big dreams: Michael’s story travels from school basketball to the Olympics and the NBA. What dream would you like to work towards, and what might your first step be?

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2021

First published

2021

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