"Michael Jordan" by Judy L. Hasday delves into the life and career of one of basketball's greatest legends. The book chronicles Jordan's journey from his early days playing basketball in North Carolina to his rise as a superstar with the Chicago Bulls. It highlights his numerous achievements, including six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and his impact on the sport as a global icon. Hasday emphasizes Jordan's competitive spirit, work ethic, and his influence beyond basketball, including his ventures in business and philanthropy. The narrative paints a vivid portrait of a man who transformed the game and inspired millions. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Modern Role Models, Role Model, Role Model Athletes .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Mason Crest Publishers .

Judy L. Hasday, a native of Pennsylvania, received her B. A. in communications and her M. Ed. in instructional technologies from Temple University. She has written many books for young adults including an award-winning biography of James Earl Jones; a two-time New York Public Library ""Best for the Teen Age"" award-winning book on the Holocaust; and Extraordinary Women Athletes, a 2001 CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People. She lives in Philadelphia.