Little Shaq
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015 · Est. 22 min read-aloud

Little Shaq

Written by Shaquille O'Neal · Illustrated by Theodore Taylor

Book #1 in the Little Shaq series

Two cousins work together to start a gardening business and learn valuable lessons about teamwork and responsibility

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80 pages· 2,807 words· Est. 22 min read-aloud
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Little Shaq and his cousin Barry face a dilemma when they accidentally break their favorite video game. Inspired by a school project, they launch a gardening business to earn money for a replacement. As they navigate teamwork and entrepreneurship, will their efforts on and off the court pay off? This story of friendship and determination shows that with support, anything is possible. Join Little Shaq in this fun-filled adventure that encourages young readers to dream big and play fair.

From the publisher

The start of a brand new series by Shaquille O’Neal and illustrated by 2014 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent award winner Theodore Taylor III, Little Shaq is sure to be a hit with young readers. When Little Shaq and his cousin Barry accidentally break their favorite video game, they need to find a way to replace it. That’s when Little Shaq’s science project inspires a solution: a gardening business. They can water their neighbors’ gardens to raise money for a new game! Little Shaq and Barry make a great team both on and off the basketball court, but will their business be as successful as they hoped? Showing kids that anything is possible with the support of friends and family, Little Shaq will inspire them to love reading, play fair, and have fun! Read all the books in the Little Shaq series!Little ShaqLittle Shaq Takes a ChanceLittle Shaq: Star of the Week

At a glance
Format
Pages
80
Words
2,807
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
590L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about basketballBooks about gardeningBooks about jobs and careersBooks about sports and recreation
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
179773
Publication
Published
October 18, 2016
First published
October 6, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781619637221

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