Dream Big: Michael Jordan and the Pursuit of Excellence [Paperback]

Olympic dreams come true in this inspiring picture book from Michael Jordan’s mother, author of theNew York TimesbestsellingSalt in His Shoes.

Long before he became a professional All-Star basketball player, Michael Jordan had dreams of winning an Olympic gold medal—and with dedication and perseverance, that’s exactly what he did. This heartwarming picture book, written by Michael’s mother and illustrated by Barry Root, gives a rare glimpse into a sports hero’s childhood and emphasizes the role that good values play in success. An ideal companion to theNew York TimesbestsellingSalt in His Shoes, this is an inspirational story for sports fans, go-getters, and anyone with big dreams!Deloris Jordan is Michael Jordan’s mother and the coauthor of Salt in His ShoesandMichael’s Golden Rules, illustrated by Kadir Nelson; Did I Tell You I Love You Today?, illustrated by Shane W. Evans; andDream Big, illustrated by Barry Root. She is also the author of Family First: Winning the Parenting Game, a book highlighting the seven principles of parenting. Through her work with the James R. Jordan Foundation in Chicago, Illinois, as well as the Jordan Institute for Families at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mrs. Jordan is widely regarded as an advocate for children and families. The mother of five children and the grandmother of eleven, Mrs. Jordan lives in Chicago.

Barry Root is the illustrator of many books for children, includingGumbrella,which he also wrote;Dream Big;By My Brother’s Side; andGame Day, which received a Christopher Award in the category of books for young people. He lives with his family in Quarryville, Pennsylvania.