Top-rated books by Laurie Devore
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Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and teamwork through sports narrative.
Showcases the rich histories of Native baseball players.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Inspires young readers with real-life role models.

Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
Football Legends #9: Bukayo Saka
Ben Lerwill, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of young footballer Bukayo Saka.
Highlights perseverance, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Encourages dedication and pursuing dreams.
Suitable for young sports enthusiasts.

Football Legends #9: Bukayo Saka
Ben Lerwill, 2024
Football Stories: Messi
Simon Mugford, 2023
1536 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Messi’s challenging yet triumphant journey.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and perseverance.
Ideal for young sports enthusiasts' personal growth.
Supports development of ambition and resilience.

Football Stories: Messi
Simon Mugford, 2023
The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot boosts engagement and imaginative thinking.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through intriguing challenges.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.

The Labyrinth of Doom
John Smith, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Choi, Stacy Curtis, 2022
Simone Biles: Volume 103
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Simone Biles' determination and achievements.
Teaches resilience and the importance of hard work.
Encourages young readers to pursue their dreams.
Highlights the value of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Simone Biles: Volume 103
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
Peyton Manning: Indianapolis Colts Star Quarterback
Joanne Mattern, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of NFL icon Peyton Manning.
Encourages perseverance and hard work in sports.
Highlights teamwork and leadership qualities.
Educational insights into professional football career.

Peyton Manning: Indianapolis Colts Star Quarterback
Joanne Mattern, 2006
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Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Cristiano Ronaldo's real-life success story.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hard work.
Engaging sports-themed narrative for young readers.
Encourages goal-setting and personal growth.

Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?
James Buckley Jr., 2022
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The Berenstain Bears and the Female Fullback (A Big Chapter Book)
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain, 1993
102 pages
Why to read
Promotes gender equality and challenges stereotypes.
Encourages teamwork and fair play values.
Supports self-confidence through sports.
Engaging storyline with meaningful life lessons.

