After a bad luck streak and series of strikeouts, Jonathan is losing faith in himself and his team, but when he gets an inspiring lecture from his friend's uncle, Jonathan's new perspective on playing the game greatly improves his performance and the attitude of his teammates in the process. 100,000 first printing.

Written by the mother and sister of celebrated NBA superstar Michael Jordan, this boldly illustrated picture book with simple text provides a charming tale about the constant and reassuring love and bond between a mother and her child.

Young Michael Jordan, who is smaller than the other players, learns that determination and hard work are more important than size when playing the game of basketball.

Written by the basketball superstar's mother, this book offers young readers the story of how a young Michael Jordan overcame his difficulties as one of the shortest players on the court by practicing with his father and learning to play the best game he could. Reprint.

Product Description: Deloris Jordan knows a thing or two about being a mom. She is the mother of five high-achieving children - Ronald, Deloris, Larry, Michael, and Roslyn - a sought-after national speaker on the family, and the volunteer president of the Michael Jordan Foundation...read more