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Book

12 reasons to love basketball

Call Number

  • J 796.323 ERVI (CEN, OSH)

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Publication Information

Mankato, Minnesota : 12 Story Library, 2018.

Physical Description

32 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Audience

Grade 4 to 6.

Summary

From the NBA and WNBA to street hoops, basketball is one of the most popular sports to watch and play. With engaging text and colorful photos, this book covers everything from the invention of the sport to March Madness to the incredible players from yesterday and today.

Contents

  • All you need is a ball and a hoop
  • Almost anyone can play
  • Superstars change the game
  • Basketball's records are hard to beat
  • There's skill and strategy
  • You can expect the unexpected
  • Great coaches are leaders
  • The future is bright
  • March madness is magical
  • Basketball can be played inside or out
  • Basketball is worldwide
  • Towns love their basketball teams
  • Fact sheet
  • Glossary
  • For more information
  • Index
  • About the author.

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