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Derek Jeter: Substance And Style (Baseball's New Wave)

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As a children's librarian, I am always looking to get guys "hooked" with a well-written and engaging story of a current sports hero, and this book is an excellent choice. It is appropriate for grades 5 to high school. It's even a quick enjoyable read for adults.
Its narrative style instantly engages the reader by relating the the story of Derek's fascination with the Yankees as a young boy and the personal journey that led to the realization of his dream.
The book also relates information about his family, his personal stats, and other interesting details of his life and career.
I very much look forward to the other sports biographies in this "Baseball's New Wave" series.

The book Substance and Style- Derek Jeter, by Mark Stewart, is a biography of Derek Jeter.

This book is takes place on the baseball field in both Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Yankee Stadium. It's mostly about Derek Jeter growing up, practicing every single day, rain or shine, and trying to fulfill his dream to become a shortstop for the Yankees. When Jeter was growing up, a few kids made fun of him because he wanted to play shortstop so badly, that he practiced every day, and I think that they were jealous because he was a better baseball player. Read this book to learn about Derek Jeter.

I would give this book 5 stars because it shows that you can do anything that you want to if you work hard for it.

A great book! Very insightful about Jeter's life that kept me on the edge of my seat! If you're a devoted Jetermaniac, this is the book to buy!