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Creative Sports: A History of Hoops Books

In order from The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers to The Story of the Dallas Mavericks.

The Creative Sports: A History of Hoops series is a set of 9 chapter books by Jim Whiting, published between 2006 and 2023. Written for ages 7–11, most books run about 30 pages.

The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers
The Story of the Indiana Pacers
The Story of the Boston Celtics
The Story of the Dallas Mavericks
The Story of the Golden State Warriors
The Story of the Houston Rockets
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers

By Jim Whiting

Discover the highs and lows of the L.A. Clippers.

32 pages
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Summary: Dive into the thrilling journey of the L.A. Clippers, exploring their most memorable victories and heart-wrenching defeats. This photo-rich narrative captures the essence of a team striving for greatness. What challenges have they faced, and what triumphs have defined their legacy? Perfect for young basketball enthusiasts eager to learn about the Clippers' storied past.
The complete set

Creative Sports: A History of Hoops Series

9 books · Published 2006–2023

Series
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$1139

The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

Discover the highs and lows of the L.A. Clippers.

The Story of the Indiana Pacers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010

Discover the highs and lows of the Indiana Pacers.

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$1139

The Story of the Golden State Warriors

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023

Discover the epic highs and lows of the Golden State Warriors.

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$1139

The Story of the Houston Rockets

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023

Discover the highs and lows of the Houston Rockets.

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$1139

The Story of the Miami Heat

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023

Discover the Miami Heat's thrilling journey of triumphs and setbacks.

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$1139

The Story of the New York Knicks

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023

Discover the highs and lows of the New York Knicks.

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$1139

The Story of the Portland Trail Blazers

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023

Discover the Portland Blazers' legendary journey and unforgettable moments.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Creative Sports: A History of Hoops series?

There are 9 books in the Creative Sports: A History of Hoops series. It began with The Story of the Los Angeles Clippers in 2006, and the newest book, The Story of the Dallas Mavericks, was published in 2023.

What ages are the Creative Sports: A History of Hoops books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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