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Stephen Curry: Basketball's MVP

Author: Shea, Therese M.

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.3
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 1484
Points per Word 0.000337
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This brief biography profiles the life and career of basketball player Stephen Curry.

Quick Summary

If you're looking for a quick read about one of basketball's most exciting players, Stephen Curry: Basketball's MVP is a solid choice for middle graders. The book follows Curry from his childhood watching his dad play in the NBA, through his smaller college years at Davidson, to becoming a three-time champion and two-time MVP with the Golden State Warriors. Kids who love basketball will appreciate the focus on his shooting skills and the way he overcame doubts about his size to dominate the game. The short length makes it perfect for reluctant readers or anyone wanting a fast nonfiction pick. Parents can feel good about the positive messages around hard work and perseverance without any questionable content. If you enjoy this, you'd probably also like other sports biographies from the same level, like those about LeBron James or Michael Jordan.