A Basketball Child

When I first started play basketball on a real court, I was scared. I had no confidence in myself whatsoever. It took me maybe 1 year or more just to finally realize that no one was perfect. When I saw kids older than me, I thought they were better than me just because of their age, height, and skill. I realized that they may have been better than me, but I was better than them at something. This is how I gained confidence in playing the sport of basketball

Picture Story Book Individual 6th Grade Accokeek Academy By: Evan Robinson

Important facts about me: 1. Born in Maryland 2. Youngest of 3 children 3. Started riding a bike at 3 4. Serious competitor 5. I LOVE basketball

However, I define basketball as a family. In order for it to work, you need a team of 5 people who depend on each other. Basketball is also a way for me to physically express myself and release energy.

Kevin Durant is my second favorite player.  He plays with Kyrie Irving on the Brooklyn Nets. The number 35 on my basketball represents Kevin's old number when he played for the Golden State Warriors.  FUN FACTS: Kevin Durant and I share the same birthday and are both from Maryland.

So now you know the story of me! This book is a introduction to the story of my passion and ability. Stay tuned....the best is yet to come!!

The internet defines basketball as a game played between two teams of five players in which goals are scored by throwing a ball through a netted hoop fixed above each end of the court (Dictionary.com).

Basketball is more than just a sport. It's like a virtual reality. When I get on the court, it's like a safe place. You can move around, run free and and communicate with your teammate.

Basketball isn’t a game; It’s an art form. You master the fundamentals so you can forget ’em, so you can improvise and just concentrate on what really matters: getting buckets.” –&nbsp;Kyrie Irving (Elitecolumn.com).

My favorite basketball player is Kyrie Irving.  Growing up I loved this player. I too own a lot of Kyrie Irving merchandise. When I play basketball, I wear my Kyrie's only because he wears his shoes when plays as well. I want to be just like him.  I am a true fan.

Summary: This book is about me, a boy who loves to play basketball and what it means to me. In this story, I talk about basketball, childhood facts and experiences, my NBA role models and and how this has all positively impacted me today.

I have been playing basketball for 7 years and still do to this day. One day my parents gave me a basketball and it was the start of something new. It was the start of a dream.

A Basketball Child By Evan Robinson

My name is Evan Robinson. I am an 12 year old boy who loves playing basketball.

CONFIDENCE -&nbsp;feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities (Dictionary.com)

This book is dedicated to Kyrie Irving who showed me that anything is possible.

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