Ronaldo (Robbie Readers) (Library Binding)

~ Tamra Orr (Author)
Key Phrases: World Cup, Real Madrid

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Product Description

From just being Dadado to his family when he was a child in Brazil to being O Fenômeno (The Phenomenon) when he was out on the soccer field, Ronaldo has entertained and amazed soccer fans for years. He joined his first professional team at age 14, and just a few years later became an international player. He has played for teams in Brazil, Spain, Italy. and Holland. Despite a few injuries and setbacks, this speedy striker has scored hat tricks, won the World Cup, and earned the Golden Boot award. The Phenomenon always keeps his fans excited about seeing him run out on the field.

About the Author

Tamra Orr is a full-time author and writer living in the Pacific Northwest. She has written more than 50 nonfiction books for kids and adults and hopes to reach 100 in her lifetime. She is the author of The Wright Brothers and the Dawn of Aviation, Ice Cube, Orlando Bloom, and Jamie Foxx for Mitchell Lane Publishers, as well as several books about soccer in Mitchell Lane s No Hands Allowed series. She is mother to four and says that between them and her research, she learns something new every single day.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers (October 27, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584154926
• ISBN-13: 978-1584154921
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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