The book's focus is on Vince Carter's positive and balanced attitude toward success and defeat. Adults and kids could discuss why Vince Carter became a basketball legend whereas his younger brother Chris made poor choices and went to jail.
What Parents Should Know
The book's focus is on Vince Carter's positive and balanced
attitude toward success and defeat. Adults and kids could
discuss why Vince Carter became a basketball legend whereas his
younger brother Chris made poor choices and went to jail.
Common Sense Media Review
Vince Carter's autobiography reads like a pep talk to kids.
In a casual first-person narrative, Carter (with co-author Greg
Brown) makes the point that having a positive attitude and
getting an education will lead to success. Missing here is an
in-depth look at Carter's life, but from what he reveals, the
man is a great role model.
Basketball fans will love Carter's NBA stories and the stop-action color photographs. The multi-colored, multi-styled typeface gives this book a sports-magazine look. Fun facts on the bottom of many pages are worth reading. An index, a brief website list, and a description of Carter's foundation in the endpages will help young readers learn more about this athletic hero.
From the Book:
I believe there's an ultimate roadmap for my life, and
yours. None of us knows where exactly that leads, which makes
life exciting. We do have the free will to stay on course or go
off-road.
The good news is there is always a way back to the right road. So my advice is to think before you act. Make decisions that will lead to the best options down the road. Exercise your mind. Stay in school, or go back to school, and earn an education or trade skill. Make choices to stay healthy. Make choices to stay in control.
In the end, it's up to you to choose your course.
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