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Reading Level: Pre K–2 Interest Level: Pre K–2
Slam Dunk Sammy
Sammy is the smallest kid on the basketball court. But ever since the first time his father held him up to dunk a ball, Sammy felt like he was meant to fly. When the other kids won’t pick Sammy for their team, he uses that as motivation to practice his skills and get stronger. Each day, Sammy tries and tries again until one day, he becomes a neighborhood legend. Readers will learn about the important skills of setting goals and staying disciplined in this inspirational tale of the power of determination. SEL connections: • Self-discipline • Self-motivation • Growth mindset
School & Library Price reflects 25% off the List Price Paperback School & Library Price reflects 15% off the List Price Library‑bound Book List $27.25 / S&L $20.45 eBook List $27.25 / S&L $20.45 Paperback List $10.00 / $8.50
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Slam Dunk Sammy
David Aro • 978-1-7253-9411-7 Illustrated by: Nigel Carrington eBook: 978-1-7253-9412-4 • PB: 978-1-7253-9409-4 [E] L PENDING ©2022
Reading Level: Pre K–2 Interest Level: Pre K–2
8” x 10” • Library Binding • 32 pp. • Full-Color Illustrations
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR:
DAVID ARO is a former Collegiate All-American basketball player and conference player of the year. While coaching college basketball, he earned a master’s degree in Executive Leadership and Change. Today, he coaches his kids and follows his passion of writing children’s books. He is the author of the Alton Heights All-Stars hi-lo middle grade series. You can visit him online at www.davidaro.com. NIGEL CARRINGTON is a cartoonist from the island of Trinidad who has been drawing cartoons for over 20 years. You can see more of his work at starrskillscomics.com.
