About This Book
This chapter book follows Janae, a determined young girl who divides her time between helping at her grandmother's store and honing her basketball skills. As the second title in a basketball series, it plunges Janae and her crew into intense competition, where they face new rivals and learn valuable lessons about sportsmanship, perseverance, and what it truly means to win. The story explores themes of self-confidence, managing frustration, and the importance of teamwork, making it an engaging read for children aged 4-11, particularly those interested in sports.
Janae works every day at her grandmother's Strange Goods Superstore, and every night, after closing up shop, she plays basketball with the boys, pushing herself to take her game to the next level.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What does 'winning takes on a whole new meaning' mean to Janae? What does it mean to you?
2
Janae works hard at her game. What are some things you work hard at?
3
How does Janae handle it when tempers flare on the court? What are good ways to deal with frustration?
4
Janae plays basketball with the boys. Do you think it's important for everyone to have a chance to play any sport they want?
5
What role does Janae's grandmother play in her life? How does family support help us achieve our goals?
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