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In "The Real Slam Dunk," nine‑year‑old Marcus dreams of becoming a professional basketball player. When his twin sister and classmates visit a school field trip that brings a real basketball star to their school, they learn that chasing one ambition isn’t the only path to success. Through inspirational mentorship and teamwork, the children discover the value of dreaming of more than one career and the life skills and role models that help shape a well-rounded future in sports, school, and beyond.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports
Authors: Charisse K. Richardson
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