Showing posts with label sports biography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sports biography. Show all posts

January 25, 2011

Kevin Garnett Bowling for Charity

Boston Celtics star Kevin Garnett ("KG") has earned a good reputation for his charitable interests off the court as well as his strong play on the court. His most recent endeavor was participating in a charity bowling event to rasie money for "The Truth Fund" and "The Truth on Health" information campaign. Both initiatives, targeted to reach underprivileged kids, are spearheaded by Garnett's teammate Paul Pierce.

Read more about KG's longstanding interest in "giving back" in Enslow Publishers's Kevin Garnett: All-Star On and Off the Court. Author J. Chris Roselius' attractively designed, 128-page biography neatly illuminates Garnett's early years, his rise to stardom, and selected charitable activities. An excellent choice for character education and African-American biography collections, this Guided Reading Level "V" title is available in paperback for $9.95 or in a library-bound edition.

A free, downloadable teacher's guide, including curriculum-specific activities, is also available for the book.

Kevin Garnett: All-Star On and Off the Court is part of Enslow's nine-book "Sports Stars with Heart" series, which focuses on professional athletes in basketball, baseball, and football.

March 05, 2010

David Beckham: Gifted and Giving Soccer Star

One of the most popular athletes in the world, soccer star David Beckham's skills are second to none. As he grew into an international superstar, Beckham used his fame to help the sport of soccer grow and make a better future for underprivileged children throughout the world. Author: J. Chris Roselius.

Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN
978-0-7660-3587-4
Sports Stars Who Give Back
128 pages, Full Color.

March 03, 2010

Kyle Busch: Gifted and Giving Racing Star

Kyle Busch is one of the most controversial drivers in NASCAR. Many fans and teammates love him for his ability to win and his straightforward personality. What many do not know is that he also runs a foundation to help underprivileged kids, in addition to volunteering his time to assist charities run by other NASCAR drivers. Author: Ryan Basen.

Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 978-0-7660-3589-8
Sports Stars Who Give Back
128 pages, Full Color.




March 02, 2010

Dwight Howard: Gifted and Giving Basketball Star

Dwight Howard is one of the most electrifying young basketball players today, as well as one of the most generous. After reaching the NBA finals in 2009, Howard's team, the Orlando Magic, has never been closer to its first championship. Howard started his own charity in 2004, the Dwight D. Howard Foundation, and often volunteers in the community and hosts his own basketball camps to help kids improve at the game. Author: Ryan Basen.

Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN
978-0-7660-3586-7
Sports Stars Who Give Back
128 pages, full color

March 01, 2010

David Wright: Gifted and Giving Baseball Star

David Wright is the All-Star third baseman for the New York Mets. Off the field, Wright began the David Wright Foundation after the 2005 season. He became most involved in the fight against multiple sclerosis, a disease that attacks the central nervous system consisting of the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. It can lead to numbness or even paralysis and blindness. Author: Marty Gitlin.

Enslow Publishers, Inc.
ISBN
978-0-7660-3588-1
Sports Stars Who Give Back
129 pages, full color

February 08, 2010

Danica Patrick to Make NASCAR Debut

Danica Patrick to make NASCAR debut Saturday.

Link to Fox News article

We have a great biography on this popular racecar driver:
Millions of sports fans know the name Danica Patrick—even if they've never watched an indy car race before. As a female driver, Patrick has broken ground for her consistent performances behind the wheel. In 2008, she won the Indy Japan 300, becoming the first woman to win in an Indy Car race.
Enslow Publishers ISBN-13:
978-0-7660-3302-3