Allie's Basketball Dream by Barbara E. Barber (English) Paperback Book

Description: Allie's Basketball Dream by Barbara E. Barber Allies always been hooked on basketball, but the boys she knows wont play with her. On the verge of giving up, Allie has one last go at it--and she makes the basket. Inspired by her persistence, her friends all want to join in. Full color. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Illustrated by Darryl Ligasan Basketball is Allies favourite sport but when shes constantly told its a boys game her confidence falters but then rebounds in this encouraging tale which offers a spirited tribute to perseverance. Illustrated in full colour throughout. Age 5 and above. Author Biography Barbara E. Barber is the author of poetry that has appeared in The New York Daily News, The Writer, and Midwest Poetry Review. She lives in New York City. Darryl Ligasan is a native of the Philippines, and now lives in New York City, where he works as an illustrator and designer, and teaches at the School of Visual Arts. Review "Children will appreciate Allies triumph and tenacity, as well as the glowing illustrations." -- Booklist "Repeatedly told that basketballs a boys game, a girls confidence falters and then rebounds in this encouraging tale. Barbers message is deserving...the rebuffs Allie weathers are countless, and then applause is just as universal." -- Publishers WeeklyCCBC Choices - Cooperative Childrens Book Center (CCBC) Long Description Basketball is Allies favorite sport-shes loved it ever since her father took her to her first game at Madison Square Garden. When her dad gives her a new basketball of her own, she hits the neighborhood courts, full of confidence. Once there, her enthusiasm ebbs as her shots fall short of the basket-at least at first. Allies story of self-determination is one that young athletes, both boys and girls, will recognize. Perfect for anyone who has experienced the ups and downs of practicing and playing hard, Allies Basketball Dream is a spirited tribute to perseverance. Review Quote "Children will appreciate Allies triumph and tenacity, as well as the glowing illustrations." -- Booklist "Repeatedly told that basketballs a boys game, a girls confidence falters and then rebounds in this encouraging tale. Barbers message is deserving...the rebuffs Allie weathers are countless, and then applause is just as universal." -- Publishers Weekly Description for Teachers/Educators Interest Level Grades 1 - 4 Reading Level Grades 2 - 3 Themes African/African American Interest, Breaking Gender Barriers, Fathers, Sports Accelerated Reader Level: 2.8 Points: .5 Details ISBN1880000725 Author Barbara E. Barber Pages 32 Language English Illustrator Darryl Ligasan ISBN-10 1880000725 ISBN-13 9781880000724 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Edition 1st Residence New York, NY, US Birth 1943 Short Title ALLIES BASKETBALL DREAM REV/E Audience Age 6-9 DOI 10.1604/9781880000724 Imprint Lee & Low Books Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 1999-06-04 NZ Release Date 1999-06-04 US Release Date 1999-06-04 UK Release Date 1999-06-04 Publisher Lee & Low Books Inc Edition Description New edition Year 1999 Publication Date 1999-06-04 DEWEY 813.54 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:11897894;

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