Little Shaq Takes a Chance
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016 · Est. 23 min read-aloud

Little Shaq Takes a Chance

Written by Shaquille O'Neal · Illustrated by Theodore Taylor

Part of the Little Shaq series

A young boy learns to try new things and discovers his hidden talents

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80 pages· 2,898 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud
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Little Shaq faces a new challenge: creating art for the school show. While his friends have their projects ready, Shaq doubts his skills beyond basketball. Can he discover his unique style and gain the confidence to shine in the art studio? Join Little Shaq on a journey of self-discovery and creativity, where embracing new experiences might just reveal hidden talents. Will he take the chance and surprise everyone, including himself?

From the publisher

This new story in the exciting series created by Shaquille O’Neal and illustrated by Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent award winner Theodore Taylor III, encourages kids to find their own true talents. Like most kids, Little Shaq doesn’t love trying new things, especially if he might not be very good at them. So when his class is assigned projects for the school’s upcoming art show, he’s not sure that his skills will transfer from the basketball court to the art studio. Rosa Lindy and Barry have their projects all figured out. Can Little Shaq find the confidence to embrace his own style and create a piece for the show? Continuing this series that celebrates community, family, and education, Little Shaq Takes a Chance will inspire readers the to be brave, have fun, and love reading!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
2,898
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
570L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about artBooks about basketballBooks about sports and recreationBooks about confidence
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
181643
Publication
Published
April 25, 2017
First published
April 26, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781619638785

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