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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015 · Est. 4 hour read
Blake Griffin
Written by Matt Christopher
Part of the Great Americans in Sports series
Can Blake Griffin overcome injury to dominate the NBA?
4.3/5 Goodreads · 8 ratings
160 pages· 29,495 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Blake Griffin, a top NBA draft pick and Slam Dunk Contest winner, faces a daunting challenge: overcoming a severe knee injury that sidelined his rookie season. Will he rise to become a basketball legend? Discover his journey from setback to stardom in this engaging biography filled with photos and infographics, capturing the highs and lows of his career. Explore the resilience and determination that define one of the game's greatest power forwards.
From the publisher
This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights Blake Griffin is known for being a #1 draft pick, Rookie of the Year, Slam Dunk Contest winner, and one of the best power forwards playing today. But he had to fight to make it onto the NBA court at all after sitting out his first pro season with a devastating knee injury. Learn more about the perennial All-Star in this comprehensive biography, complete with photos and fun infographics.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- Words
- 29,495
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- ~1052L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 7.2
- F&P level
- ~Y
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 181792
Publication
- Published
- December 1, 2015
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780316296632
- LCCN
- 2015025219
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