Sports stars who care
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In or out of his flaming red Number 8 car, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. is one of the most successful and recognized racecar drivers in the world today. Racing in the shadows of both his famous father and grandfather, Dale Jr. earned his place in the world of car racing. Away from the racetrack, he started the Dale Jr. Foundation to help kids in need reach their goals. Readers will love the story of this exceptional talent.
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David Wright was able to live out his childhood dream, playing baseball for the team he grew up rooting for: The New York Mets. In addition to being an All-Star third baseman, he started his own charitable foundation in 2005 to help fight multiple sclerosis. Treat readers to this compelling life story.
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Kevin Garnett is the star forward for the Boston Celtics. With his ability to jumpshoot as well as play close to the hoop, Garnett is one of the most versatile and talented players in basketball. In addition to his skill on the court, he also has done important work away from the sport. Through his 4XL Foundation, Kevin helps teens prepare for careers in business. He also donated more than 1 million dollars to help rebuild homes devastated by Hurricane...
4) LeBron James
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Lebron "King" James is basketball's biggest breakout star, since Michael Jordan. A true media superstar, whose appeal transcends sports, his free-agent move from the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Miami Heat rocked the news world in 2010. In addition to all of his accomplishments on the court, James has established the James Family Foundation to help children and single-parent families. Readers will love this narrative about this exceptional talent.
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Peyton Manning is arguably the greatest quarterback of all time and his career is still going strong. He is on pace to shatter every passing record in football history, which would mark him as one of the greatest athletes in U.S. sports history. Outside of football, Manning started his Peyback Foundation to help disadvantaged kids.
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After making a big splash by winning the Super Bowl in his first year as a starting quarterback, Tom Brady proved himself to be one of the all-time greats when he led the New England Patriots to victory in the big game again in two of the next three years. One of the biggest names in football, Brady also donates a great deal to charitable efforts, including the "One Laptop Per Child" effort in the African country of Uganda, and "Best Buddies," a charity...
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Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols has been called "The Machine," as in the hitting machine. In his first 12 seasons, Pujols hit over 30 homers each year and over 100 RBIs in 11 of the 12, but he's just as productive off the field, having started the Pujols' Family Foundation. The foundation provides money and support to children with Down syndrome, as well as needy children in his native Dominican Republic.
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"Learn about Derek Jeter and how he knew when he was a child that he wanted to be where he is today. In this sports biography, follow Derek goes from becoming a great high school baseball player to an All-Star starting shortstop for the New York Yankees"--Provided by publisher.
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On the basketball court, Lakers center Dwight Howard is intimidating. A three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year, and a five-time selection to the All-NBA First Team, Howard is widely considered the best center in the game today. Off the court he's a role model, having started his own foundation and aid fund, as well as giving his time to many charitable causes. Readers find out how Howard became a star on and off the court.
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Enslow Publishers, Inc
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2013
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"Learn about international soccer star, Lionel Messi, and all that he has had to overcome to be where he is now. This sports biography goes into his successes, his struggles, and how he has proven that he is a sports star who cares"--Provided by publisher.
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Whether he's flying up a half-pipe on his skateboard or whizzing through the air on a gold-medal snowboard run, Shaun White is one of the most exciting athletes in the world. In a competition, or making a public appearance, White's bright-red hair makes him hard to miss. Author John Albert Torres explains that there is more to White than his stunts and fame, such as his work with St. Jude's Children's Hospital and his goal to encourage kids to make...