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This biography of professional basketball player Lisa Leslie explores her childhood, her rise through college basketball, and her stellar WNBA career. The book details her achievements including her Olympic medals and her status as one of the first women's basketball players to dunk. Additional features include a map of her accomplishments, a list of her accolades, a glossary, and an index.
Quick Summary
Lisa Leslie wasn't just a basketball player, she was a trailblazer who could slam dunk before most people even knew women's basketball existed, and this biography shows how she went from a kid shooting hoops in Los Angeles to becoming the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points. Readers will cheer as they learn about her incredible work ethic, her legendary battles on the court, and how she inspired an entire generation of female athletes. If your kid loves sports biographies like "Who Is LeBron James?" or dreams of hitting the court themselves, they'll devour this story of a true legend. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who want an inspiring, fast-paced read about a groundbreaking athlete.