Jeff Savage
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
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Description
Examines the life and career of Peyton Manning, a quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, discussing his lifelong love for the game of football, his high school and college accomplishments, and his professional achievements.
2) LeBron James
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
The NBA's number one draft pick in 2003 and Rookie of the Year in 2004, LeBron James is already one of the leagues most skilled players. The Cleveland Cavaliers' star has appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, has had his high school jersey retired, and signed a $90 million contract with Nike.
3) David Ortiz
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When the Boston Red Sox need a big hit, they look to David Ortiz. One of Major League Baseball's best clutch hitters, David helped lead the Red Sox to their first World Series championship in 86 years. But David's career hasn't always been so successful. He spent years struggling with injuries before finally getting a chance to be a big-time player.
5) Drew Brees
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A brief introduction to the life and football career of Drew Brees, describing his childhood in Texas, his accomplishments with the San Diego Chargers and the New Orleans Saints, his efforts to help his team win Super Bowl XLIV, and related topics.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Many people believed NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers would quickly become a star when he joined the Green Bay Packers in 2005. But as the backup to Brett Favre, Aaron didn't get to play much during his first three seasons. When Aaron took over as starting quarterback in 2008, he showed that he belonged on the field. Aaron led his team to the...
7) Dwyane Wade
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this book you will learn more about the amazing athlete Dwyane Wade, the Miami Heat basketball guard.
9) Eli Manning
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Eli Manning joined the NFL after being chosen with the first pick in the 2004 draft, many people compared him to his older brother Peyton. After Eli led his New York Giants to victory in the 2007-2008 Super Bowl, people stopped wondering if he was as good as his brother. When Eli was named Super Bowl MVP and the Giants won the big game again in 2011-2012, people began comparing him to football's all-time great quarterbacks.
10) Tom Brady
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Tom Brady, quarterback for the New England Patriots, has enjoyed incredible success in his short career. Winner of three Super Bowls--and named Most Valuable Player in two of them--Tom has never lost a playoff game. In the 2004 season, he led his team to the longest regular-season winning streak in National Football League history. But his success didn't come easily. Chosen late in the 2000 NFL draft, Tom had to work hard to earn a spot on the Patriots'...
11) David Beckham
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Soccer superstar David Beckham is one of the biggest celebrities in the world. Born in Great Britain, David was playing for England's top soccer team by the age of twenty. David moved to the United States in 2007 and joined the Los Angeles Galaxy. In 2011, David led the Galaxy to victory in the Major League Soccer (MLS) championship. Learn more about the life of one of sports' biggest stars.
12) Ryan Howard
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A short look at the life of the baseball star.
13) Clay Matthews
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews has had incredible success in just a few years in the NFL. When he was named to the 2009-2010 Pro Bowl, he became the first Packers rookie since 1978 to be selected for the game. In 2010-2011, Clay led the Green Bay defense to victory in the Super Bowl over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
14) Michael Vick
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
690L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Describes the life and accomplishments of the fastest quarterback to ever play in the National Football League.
15) Tim Tebow
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Tim Tebow left the University of Florida in 2010, many people didn't think he would be good enough to play quarterback in the NFL. Tim had helped the Florida Gators become national champions in 2006 and 2008, and he won the Heisman Trophy in 2007 as college football's most outstanding player. But Tim was a better runner than a passer in college, and some experts thought his style would not work in the pros. He quickly proved the doubters wrong...
16) Tiger Woods
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
740L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces the life and accomplishments of champion golfer Tiger Woods.
17) Kobe Bryant
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
790L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces the life and accomplishments of basketball guard Kobe Bryant, whose high scoring game helped bring the Los Angeles Lakers three straight world championships.
18) Sammy Sosa
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
Description
A biography of the Chicago Cubs outfielder known for his home run hitting and for doing humanitarian work in his native country, the Dominican Republic.
19) Kevin Durant
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
710L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Kevin Durant faced high expectations after he was selected with the second pick in the 2007 NBA draft. The Oklahoma City Thunder forward has gone beyond those expectations. Kevin was named the 2007-2008 NBA Rookie of the Year, and he's only gotten better from there. In 2010 Kevin was named the Most Valuable Player at the FIBA World Championship in Istanbul, Turkey, where the United States won the gold medal. During his short time in pro basketball,...
20) Maya Moore
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents the life and accomplishments of the female basketball player.