Each title in this elementary-level sports series looks at the life and career of a different sports star. Each book is in chapter format, with simple sentences. Full-color photos are used throughout each book and on each cover.

Each book explores the life and career of a contemporary sports star. In addition to their athletic feats, books will also explore the subject's personal history from early childhood to the present day, in addition to highlighting their charitable efforts outside of the sports world.

What makes a sports team sensational? A sensational sports team, such as each of the franchises featured in this series, is a team that has success on the field and captures the imaginations of its fans off the field.

 Description: America's Team—The Dallas Cowboys discusses the history and numerous accomplishments of the Dallas Cowboys football team, including their five Super Bowl victories. Follow the careers of superstar players from the past, such as Tony Dorsett and Roger Staubach, and recent Cowboy heroes, such as Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith.

Burning Up the Court—The Miami Heat discusses the young history and accomplishments of this franchise that won its first NBA championship in 2006. Author Jeff C. Young highlights the games, the legendary leadership of coach Pat Riley, and such stars as Shaquille O'Neill and Dwyane Wade.

Explore the fascinating history of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team from its origin in Brooklyn to its current home in Los Angeles's Chavez Ravine. Profiles of Hall of Fame players such as Roy Campanella and Sandy Koufax, as well as current Dodgers stars, are included.

The New York Yankees is considered to be the greatest franchise in sports history. Legendary players such as Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, and Derek Jeter have donned the pinstripes and led the Yanks to more championships than any other sports team.

Albert Pujols is regarded as one of the best offensive players in the game and hits consistently for average and power. In recent years, he has also become an above-average defensive player at first base and in 2006 he won his first Gold Glove award. In 2005,

Derek Jeter is the star shortstop for the New York Yankees. After winning four world series championships in his first six years in the majors, Jeter very quickly established himself as one of baseball’s most prolific winners.

Donovan McNabb is one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in the National Football League. In his amazing career, he has helped lead the Philadelphia Eagles to several division titles and many exciting playoff victories.

LaDainian Tomlinson, running back for the San Diego Chargers, is perhaps the best all-around athlete playing in the NFL today.

LeBron "King" James is poised to become basketball's biggest breakout star since Michael Jordan. Already the youngest player in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year, he also recently became the youngest player to reach 4,000 points in his career.