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Hena Khan
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
144
Age Group
9-12 Years
Language
English
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Book Summary
This middle-grade fiction follows a scrappy fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. When an injury sidelines him just as he aims to captain his team, he must redefine what leadership means and learn how to lift others up instead of calling all the shots. Perfect for readers aged 8–12 who love sports, friendship, and growth, the tone is hopeful, supportive, and inspiring.
The story unfolds through on-court action, locker-room conversations, and moments of hard-won self-discovery. With brisk pacing and relatable, life-like scenes, it invites readers to ride along as the main character navigates setbacks and learns to lead by example. The writing remains accessible and engaging, making it easy to follow the season's ups and downs and to see leadership in action. Its sports-centered narrative offers activity-based learning through movement, practice, and teamwork.
Through Zayd’s experiences, young readers explore ideas like goal setting, teamwork, resilience, and how to stay motivated when plans change. The narrative shows that leadership is a choice to support teammates, adapt strategies, and stay positive in the face of adversity, turning a setback into a chance to grow.
Readers finish with a renewed sense of possibility: more confident in pursuing goals, more mindful of how to lead with empathy, and inspired to keep practicing, improving, and cheering others on.
Product Details
Author
Hena Khan
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Number of Pages
144
Language
English
SKU
9781534412040
ISBN
9781534412040
Reading Age
9-12 Years
Dimensions
13.02x1.02x19.37cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 350
₹ 333
₹ 17 Off