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Michael Jordan

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Another real good addition to the 'Little People, BIG DREAMS' series of children's books for, probably 4-7 y/o's? This short, colorful picture type book gives a quick, kid level 'over view/recap' of famous basketball player Michael Jordan. Adults reading this to the little's will probably remember some of these points of his life portrayed.... & sharing this book with a youngster might inspire some conversation! The author & publisher have a great thing going with this series. I'd definitely share this with my niece's & nephews!
I received an e-ARC from Quarto Publishing Group-Frances Lincoln Children's Books via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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Another wonderful installment of the Little People Big Dreams Books. This is the inspiring story of Michael Jordan, his early life and basketball career. It's very approachable for little ones and has great advice for following dreams and passions.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

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The best thing about the Little People Big Dreams series is it highlights extraordinary men and women who faced challenges, and through hard work, determination, and perseverance were able to achieve their goals.

Michael Jordan is perhaps the most popular basketball player in American history. He was a fantastic choice for the author to highlight in her series. I felt her decision to include Michael not making his first basketball team was important because it shows young readers the importance of not giving up.

Michael Jordan has accomplished so much in his career, that it would be impossible to include everything in a children's book. I was hoping to read about him starring in the movie Space Jam, which was a favorite of mine as a child.

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The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The ‘My First Little People, Big Dreams’ series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but that’s because they’re books for children, so it’s totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
This one is about Michael Jordan, considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He's such an inspirational figure and it's nice that young children are able to find out about his life and achievements.

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A fun sports biography. And I love this series for the little ones. I think this one in particular will do well for anyone that wants to be “like Mike”

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This book was all that you could wish for, perfect length for bedtime or to just have read aloud time. It explains Michael Jordan's story in a brief and succinct manner that allows children to get valuable lessons even in their young age, because it's never to early to learn values and how to persevere. Great illustrations, and again the story was perfect and covers Michael Jordan's life and the moments that really mark his story.

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I love most sports and for me Michael Jordan is a legend of basketball and worthy of his place in the Hall of Fame.

I love this series of books and so wanted to see how young Michael was viewed growing up and what pushed him on to be the best he could be in his sport and in life.

As usual the talented author has managed to find the crucial moments that propelled this young guy to the very top of his profession. Taking a simple colour palette the individual drawings enrich the carefully chosen words.

Also there is also a ‘grown up’ potted biography with real pictures to reinforce this is more than a story.

These books enthuse our children; show how with nurturing, support and encouragement we can inspire kids and humble beginnings does not exclude talent or success.

There is often a surprise for me within these stories. Michael’s parents here interest me, not just in their comforting words and mantra “Go out and earn it” but to learn that Michael’s father’s favourite sport was baseball.

Those of us entrusted to care for young lives need to see we are helping them fulfil their dreams and not our own ideas and values.

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What a legend Michael Jordan is .This cute little book does justice to that inspiring icon .
Good ,colorful illustrations. A must have book like all the others

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hMichael Jordan is the newest lead in this latest edition of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. This series is such a delight and the perfect way to educate not just kids but everyone about historic and cultural icons.

Michael Jordan is an American former professional basketball player and businessman. The book follows Jordan as he was raised in North Carolina to getting a gold medal at the Olympics and winning the championship three times in a row with the Bulls.

Lo Harris illustrates this installment and does a fantastic job. Harris' art style was so captivating and her art definitely further helped tell Jordan's story. I love collecting these books and am so thrilled to add this one to the rest of my collection.

I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

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These books are always great! The illustrations are amazing, the story is short and to the point, giving just enough information for a young reader. There is always a short bio and timeline at the end for an adult. These books can be used in multiple ways in a classroom or at home! My one criticism is using the word “Little”, I know that might be “the point”, but it just rubs me the wrong way. I wish they’d replace it with the word young.

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A quick speed through the life of one of those GOAT characters, to use the modern lingo. Excessively cartoonish art portrays the story alongside simple layouts of one or two sentences per page, and it's all full of inspiration and optimism. I hardly have more to say – this is one of those reviewer-proof volumes, for any school library in possession of the other fifty titles in this series will buy this one, and likewise any educator in need of a book about the man will have no problems here.

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Another wonderful book in this series! An inspirational brief biography about all-time great, Michael Jordan. I enjoyed learning about his persistence and impact on basketball. Perfect for children of all ages.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC.

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It was great to see Michael's humble beginnings turn into a hugely successful career that he now uses to help others achieve their sporting dreams.

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