(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