Cover of Sports great Alonzo Mourning

Sports great Alonzo Mourning

by Frank Fortunato

Sports Great

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Alonzo Mourning, from his early days at Georgetown University to his rise as a basketball star with the Charlotte Hornets. This biography highlights his dedication, challenges, and achievements both on and off the court. Young readers will be motivated by his story of perseverance and success.

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0894908758
Pages
64
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Published
1997
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
11,296

Subjects

Mourning, Alonzo, 1970- -- Juvenile literature.Mourning, Alonzo, 1970-Basketball players -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Basketball players.African Americans -- Biography.African AmericansJuvenile literatureBasketball playersBiography

People

Alonzo Mourning (1970-)

Places

United States