In "Orp Goes to the Hoop" by Suzy Kline, young Orp, a basketball enthusiast, is eager to prove himself on the court. He faces challenges, including self-doubt and competition from his peers. With the support of his friends and a determination to improve, Orp learns valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and the importance of enjoying the game, regardless of winning or losing. As he navigates the ups and downs of youth basketball, Orp discovers his own unique strengths and gains confidence, ultimately experiencing the joy of playing with heart. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 109 pages in this book. This book was published in 2000 by Putnam Publishing Group, U. S. .

Suzy Kline has written thirty-five previous Horrible Harry books. She is also the author of numerous popular children's books, including the Orp books and the Herbie Jones series. She taught elementary school for twenty-seven years and now does scores of school visits in addition to her writing. Amy Wummer has illustrated many children's books, including the Marvin Redpost series by Louis Sachar and a number of previous books in the Horrible Harry series. She and her husband live in Reading, Pennsylvania, with their three children.