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GET IN THE HIT A HOME RUN WITH THESE SPORTS BOOKS FOR KIDS
Game BY GREG CRISPELL
Whether you are a player or just a fan, sports can play a big part in our lives. If you need a sports fix, you can always turn to the bookshelves at the library to get back in the game. Here are some suggestions for kids who love sports and reading. BASEBALL
Yankees superstar and now Hall of Famer Derek Jeter has turned his childhood into a chapter book series. The first book, The Contract, talks of a deal made with his parents — keep up with his schoolwork or no baseball. The eighth book in the series is expected to publish this spring.
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SOCCER
Alex Morgan, a forward on the goldmedal winning and World Cup champion U.S Women’s Soccer team, has written a book series called The Kicks. The series centers around a girl named Devin who moves to California and tries to turn around her school’s soccer team, the Kentville Kangaroos. There are 12 books in the series with plans for more in the future.
FOOTBALL
Tim Green is a former NFL defensive end who turned to writing after his playing career ended. He has written for both children and adults. His children’s book series, Football Genius, focuses on 12-year-old Troy White who has the special ability to predict football plays. There are six books in this series.
