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Above the Rim: How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
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ISBN13: 9781419741081
Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Published: Oct 6 2020
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.05
Height: 0.50 Width: 9.00 Depth: 10.80
Language: English
Before Michael Jordan, before Julius Erving, there was Elgin Baylor. With his soaring leaps, creative shot-making, and electrifying style of play, Baylor revolutionized basketball and helped redefine what players could do above the rim.
In this inspiring picture book biography, award-winning author Jen Bryant and acclaimed illustrator Frank Morrison introduce young readers to the life and legacy of one of basketball's greatest pioneers.
Through lyrical storytelling and dynamic artwork, the book traces Baylor's journey from a young athlete with big dreams to an NBA Hall of Famer whose innovation on the court influenced generations of future stars.
But Baylor's impact extended far beyond basketball. As one of the first African American superstars in professional basketball, he faced discrimination throughout his career. When segregation and unfair treatment became impossible to ignore, Baylor took a stand, using his voice and actions to challenge injustice and help bring change to the sport.
Perfect for young basketball fans, sports lovers, educators, and families, Above the Rim combines sports history, biography, and civil rights history in a powerful story of courage, perseverance, and leadership. Winner of the 2021 Orbis Pictus Award, this engaging and beautifully illustrated book celebrates a groundbreaking athlete whose influence can still be seen throughout the NBA today.
A new generation of fans will be introduced to the legendary basketball player Elgin Baylor. . . . A timely read about an NBA player who spoke out against Jim Crow injustice. --Kirkus Reviews
Inspirational and timely. --School Library Journal
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