(4) K-3 Football Heroes Making a Difference series. Each short biography begins with the player's career highlights and concludes by showcasing his charitable works (e.g., Urlacher's commitment to the Special Olympics, McNabb's work with the American Diabetes Association). Large, bright action shots and a smattering of family photographs add interest to the well-intentioned but information-sparse volumes. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Football Heroes Making a Difference titles: Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Brian Urlacher, Donovan McNabb, LaDainian Tomlinson, and Matt Hasselbeck.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan

(3) YA Football Superstars series. When his family moved from Chicago's South Side to the suburbs, young Donovan encountered prejudice. His parents had an answer: respect others. Fans of McNabb will enjoy this honest portrayal of a man known for his football skills, his Campbell's Soup commercials, and his commitment to community. Quotes from coaches, friends, and family, in addition to vivid action photographs, add interest. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 Sports Stars with Heart series. Adulatory biographies of popular contemporary athletes focus mostly on their impressive careers. Their childhoods are also highlighted, as are their philanthropic works and any struggles with adversity. Each volume is filled with action photographs and play-by-play details (though the Timberwolves' assertion, "We're not going to trade Kevin Garnett" proved false). Appended material includes career stats and achievements. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars with Heart titles: Steve Nash, Albert Pujols, Tiki Barber, Andruw Jones, Donovan McNabb, and Kevin Garnett.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan

(3) 4-6 Benchmark All-Stars series. Six well-known athletes are profiled in these readable biographies. The texts, an appealing mix of personal and professional details, are accompanied by a variety of large color photographs. A couple of the books are missing up-to-date information, such as Armstrong's 2004 Tour de France win, and there's only a brief mention of Rodriguez's trade to the Yankees. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Benchmark All-Stars titles: Alex Rodriquez, Donovan McNabb, Lance Armstrong, Serena Williams, Tony Hawk, and Yao Ming.

Reviewer: Charlotte S. Huck