Lebron James (Robbie Reader Contemporary Biographies)

LeBron James had a rough start in life. He and his mother lived in poverty, and he often had trouble getting to school and avoiding trouble in the rough neighborhoods where he grew up. The LeBron's gift for playing basketball changed his life. By the time he was in high school, he was one of the most famous young players in the country. Later, as an NBA player, he proved that hard work, talent, and determination could make him a star and a role model to young fans around the world.