On the Court With...Kevin Durant cover

On the Court With...Kevin Durant

Author: Page, Sam

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.9
Points 4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 22943
Points per Word 0.000174
Page Count 133
Points per Page 0.030075

Description

This action-packed and comprehensive biography brings readers onto the court to experience the biggest moments of Kevin Durant's remarkable career, relays details of his life, and shows his dedication to giving back to his community.

Quick Summary

"On the Court With...Kevin Durant" follows NBA star Kevin Durant from his childhood in Maryland to his championship wins, showing readers his rise from a young basketball player with elite skills to one of the most dominant scorers in basketball history. The book covers his battles with injuries, his leadership on and off the court, and his dedication to giving back through the Durant Charity Foundation, which builds sports courts for underserved communities. If your kid likes other sports biographies like "LeBron: The Rise of a Star" or the "Who Was" series, they'll love this detailed look at Durant's career and character. This book is perfect for 4th through 8th graders reading at a 6th-grade level who want an in-depth sports biography that combines basketball action with inspiring life lessons.