Directo Al Aro
Published on 1. October 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-58430-083-0 (ISBN)
Description
This award-winning book tells the story of ten-year-old James, who gets to join his brother's basketball game when a player is injured. James must guard powerful Marcus, whose strength intimidates him. James is skilled, but can he prove himself against the odds? Full-color photos & illustrations.
More details
Language
Spanish
Place of publication
United States
Target group
US School Grade: Preschool, Reading Age: From 6 to 9 years, Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Picture book
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 274 mm
Thickness: 4 mm
Weight
136 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-58430-083-0 (9781584300830)
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Persons
John Coy is the author of several award-winning books for children, including Strong to the Hoop, an ALA Notable Book and Night Driving, named one of the Best Books of 1996 by The New York Times. Around the World was inspired by Coy's lifelong passion for basketball. Mr. Coy teaches writing to children and has developed an innovative class that combines basketball and poetry. He and his family live in St. Paul, Minnesota.