(4) K-3 Sports Stars Who Care series. This series ostensibly highlights professional athletes' good works. The majority of each text is actually biographical information which, while not inaccurate, is nothing really new. Philanthropic work is usually touched upon at the end. Reluctant readers will appreciate the accessible writing style and sports photographs. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars Who care titles: Kevin Garnett, LeBron James, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., David Wright, Peyton Manning, and Tom Brady.

Reviewer: Nancy Hull

(4) 4-6 Sports Stars Who Give Back series. These volumes follow the evolution of each athlete's career, providing adulatory but brief biographical background and highlights of their achievements. Despite the series title, information about charitable work isn't a major focus. First-person quotes help make the texts more engaging. Photos and text boxes appear throughout. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars Who Give Back titles: Dwight Howard, Kyle Busch, David Wright, Ben Roethlisberger, and David Beckham.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute