Sports Heroes

Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria rose quickly through the minor leagues to become one of the MLB's top players. This biography follows Longoria's career from his childhood to his college days at Long Beach State University, to his award-winning career with the Rays. Photographs from on and off the field show this All-Star in action. Series Review: Sports Heroes"Elementary school sport fans and reluctant readers will eagerly snatch up these short but satisfying biographies. ... Captioned action photos, a page of "Fun Facts," and a useful glossary appear in every volume."-School Library Journal

He may have been born Chad Johnson, but today this Cincinnati Bengal is known by the world and his many fans as Chad Ochocinco. This book follows Ochocinco's life from his athletic childhood, through his college football days at Oregon State, to his incredible career as a wide receiver for the Bengals. Photographs from both on and off the field help to illustrate the fascinating life of this singular star who marches to his own unique beat.

New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony started out as a top high-school player before going on to help Syracuse University win the 2003 NCAA Championship. His talent and athleticism helped him then get drafted by the Denver Nuggets. This book employs accessible text to explore Anthony's life from his childhood to his successful skyrocket to the NBA. Action-packed photographs take readers courtside to see Carmelo in action.

New York Mets third baseman David Wright is an extremely talented player who shot straight from high school to the minor leagues. He quickly rose to the majors, bringing with him a reputation as a hard worker and a team player. This book traces Wright's exciting life from his childhood in Virginia through his busy, professional career. Thrilling photographs show this All-Star in action both on and off the field.

Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo was a high-school basketball star who played for the University of Kentucky Wildcats before going pro. This book follows Rondo from his childhood to his career as member of an NBA championship team. Courtside photographs show Rondo in action and entices readers to learn more about this star of the court. Series Review: Sports Heroes"Elementary school sport fans and reluctant readers will eagerly snatch up these short but satisfying biographies. ... Captioned action photos, a page of "Fun Facts," and a useful glossary appear in every volume."-School Library Journal

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers showed persistence and growth as a college player for the California Golden Bears. This determination helped him become the MVP in the Packers' 2011 Super Bowl win. This fact-filled volume follows Rodgers' path from his childhood through his NFL career. Field-level photographs will draw young readers to learn more about this exciting player. Series Review: Sports Heroes"Elementary school sport fans and reluctant readers will eagerly snatch up these short but satisfying biographies. ... Captioned action photos, a page of "Fun Facts," and a useful glossary appear in every volume."-School Library Journal