Adrian Peterson Contributor(s): Sandler, Michael (Author) |
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ISBN: 1936087596 ISBN-13: 9781936087594 Publisher: Bearport Publishing OUR PRICE: $27.08 Product Type: Library Binding Published: January 2010 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Sports & Recreation |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2009033352 |
Lexile Measure: 960 |
Series: Football Heroes Making a Difference |
Physical Information: 0.28" H x 8.18" W x 10.4" (0.60 lbs) 24 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Hi Interest/Low Vocabulary |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 135470 Reading Level: 5.0 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: As a kid, Adrian Peterson got the nickname All Day (A.D.) because he was always on the go. As an adult, teammates still call him A.D., because he never stops working. Adrian's tremendous work ethic has helped him become one of the best running backs in the NFL. Some of A.D.'s most important work takes place off the field, however. After his rookie season, he started the All Day Foundation, an organization that raises money for charities such as the Boys & Girls Clubs and the Special Olympics. Through all of his success, A.D. has always recognized that hard work should not be limited to the football field. In Adrian Peterson, kids will follow this NFL stars record-setting football career while also discovering the many ways that A.D. makes a difference in kids' lives off the field. Large, full-color action photos and an engaging narrative text will keep young readers turning the pages for more. |