Curious about Nike

Written by Rachel Grack

Part of the Curious About Favorite Brands series

Uncover the secrets behind Nike's rise and iconic products.

24 pages· 622 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~440L· AR 3 · 0.5 AR pts

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the world of Nike, where curiosity leads to discovery. Explore how this iconic brand began, the launch of its famous running shoes in 1964, and the introduction of Air Jordans. With engaging questions and simple infographics, young readers will journey behind the scenes to learn about Nike's evolution into a sportswear giant. This inquiry-based exploration not only satisfies curiosity but also encourages kids to develop research skills, making it a perfect blend of fun and education. What mysteries will you uncover about the brand that changed athletic wear forever?

From the publisher

When did the first McDonald’s open? Who invented Barbie and why? Six new titles in our popular Curious about Favorite Brands series answer kids’ burning questions. Fact-based answers take elementary readers behind the scenes to explore these iconic companies and their products that kids love. A Stay Curious! feature models research skills while simple infographics support visual literacy. Who invented Nike? When were Air Jordans introduced? Nike’s running shoes were launched in 1964 and have been famous ever since. Spark kids’ natural curiosity with an inquiry-based exploration of the iconic sports brand that creates the popular shoes and athletic wear. Kid-friendly text takes readers behind the scenes to answer questions about how Nike began, when they started making clothes, and more. Simple infographics draw in visual learners. A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.

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