Jeff Savage
61) Tim Tebow
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IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
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English
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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...
62) Kobe Bryant
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
790L
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English
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Introduces the life and accomplishments of basketball guard Kobe Bryant, whose high scoring game helped bring the Los Angeles Lakers three straight world championships.
64) Sammy Sosa
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
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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.
65) Adrian Peterson
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
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English
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A biography on Adrian Peterson, the running back who set the all-time NFL record for the most rushing yards in a game during his first season.
66) Kevin Durant
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
710L
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English
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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,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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Profiles the life of the famous baseball pitcher, including his rapid weight loss in college, being the first pick for Washington, and his injury and rehabilitation months into his career.
68) Tony Romo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has one of the most high-profile jobs in sports. As the starting quarterback for "America's team" since 2006, Tony has amassed impressive stats and wowed fans. But it wasn't always this way. Tony spent three years as the backup quarterback and had to fight to earn the starting job. Find out more about the player who rose from the Cowboys' bench to become a three-time Pro Bowl selection.
69) Dwight Howard
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
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English
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As the first player taken in the 2004 National Basketball Association (NBA) draft, Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard created high expectations. He has more than lived up to the hype. Dwight led his team to the NBA Finals in 2008-2009 and was named Defensive Player of the Year. In 2009-2010 Dwight was named to the Eastern Conference All-Star Team for the third time. He also became the first player ever to receive more than three million All-Star votes...
70) Maya Moore
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Presents the life and accomplishments of the female basketball player.
71) Justin Verlander
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
670L
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English
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Profiles the Cy Young Award winner, covering his youth, his college career, and his accomplishments as a professional pitcher.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
950L
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English
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Baseball Super Stats will take sports fans on a fun tour through the past and present of professional baseball through the lens of statistics. What are some of the greatest stats, and how are they used by fans and professionals. What does the future hold for baseball stats?
73) Mark Sanchez
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez is one of the hottest young players in pro football. Chosen with the fifth pick in the 2009 NFL draft, Mark has only played two seasons in the league. But he has enjoyed amazing success in such a short time. Mark led his Jets to the conference championship game in both 2009 and 2010. With Mark leading the way, it seems like only a matter of time before the Jets reach the Super Bowl. Learn more about this talented...
74) Calvin Johnson
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
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English
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Wide receiver Calvin Johnson was chosen by the Detroit Lions with the second pick in the 2007 National Football League (NFL) draft. In 2011, Calvin set an NFL record by scoring two touchdowns in each of his team's first four games. Even better, the big wide receiver from Georgia helped lead the Lions to the playoffs for the first time since 1999.
75) Brett Favre
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
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English
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Presents the life and accomplishments of the star quarterback, from his childhood in small-town Mississippi, through his college days, to his professional career with the Atlanta Falcons, the Green Bay Packers, the New York Jets, and the Minnesota Vikings.
76) Prince Fielder
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
690L
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English
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Chronicles the life of the first baseman, covering his youth as the son of major leaguer Cecil Fielder, his minor league career, and his accomplishments as a professional athlete.
78) Roy Halladay
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
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English
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Roy Halladay is one of the best pitchers in Major League Baseball. He won 148 games in ten seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays. Roy also won the 2003 Cy Young Award as the best pitcher in the American League. After the 2009 season, Roy was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies. He didn't take long to adjust to his new league. Roy won 20 games for the Phillies in 2010 and led the team to the playoffs. Learn more about one of the most feared pitchers in...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1050L
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English
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Basketball players, coaches, and fans can tell a lot about a game from its statistics. Now you can too because this book is full of them! Fun facts, charts, and graphs on almost every page show some of the most incredible stats in basketball history, including free throw percentages, triple-doubles, win streaks, and NBA championships. Explore the most important team and individual stats, and learn why the numbers matter.