I Like Hoops

Written by Juwanda G. Ford · Illustrated by Jada Jeni Bennett

Part of the I Like to Read series

A tied basketball game tests young players' sportsmanship and teamwork.

3.3 Goodreads · 79 ratings

32 pages· 240L

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Bookroo's summary

In a nail-biting basketball game, a diverse group of first and second graders face the ultimate challenge: can they win while showing true sportsmanship? As the clock ticks down, teamwork and joy take center stage. Will they triumph together, or will the pressure unravel their unity? This engaging story, perfect for young readers, combines suspense with valuable lessons in friendship and fair play.

From the publisher

The game is tied. Can we win? This book is perfect for kindergarteners and first graders to read on their own. A close game of basketball, played by a diverse group of first and second graders, is full of suspense, joy-and good sportsmanship too! With simple text, kindergarteners and 1st graders can read this story on their own. Rated level I by educational experts and includes phonics features. The books in the award-winning I Like to Read(R) series build vocabulary and promote fluency, which are essential for reading success. Acclaimed author-illustrators–including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors–create original, high-quality books that are fun for kids to read again and again with their parents, teachers or on their own! A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection