Brian Urlacher

As a hard-hitting linebacker for the Chicago Bears, All-Pro Brian Urlacher is out to strike fear in the hearts of the opposing players. His leadership has helped turn the Bears into a winning team. Off the field, Brian likes to make a difference, too. Every year, he donates time and money to the Special Olympics to help children with intellectual disabilities play sports. Follow Brian through the biggest moments of his career on and off the field to see how this champion makes a difference.

Children's Literature

This title in the "Football Heroes: Making a Difference" series focuses on Brian Urlacher, a linebacker for the Chicago Bears. Starting with a defining game in 2006, readers learn about how Urlacher's childhood affected his determination in his high school and college careers before being drafted into the NFL. His role as a leader on and off the field is also detailed, describing his take-charge attitude and his work with the Special Olympics and supporting his old high school. Featuring a number of photos not only of Urlacher in action but also in his charity work, as well as a comprehensive glossary, even less-strong readers will be able to use this biography. And for older kids writing more detailed reports, the bibliography and "Read More" sections provide a good starting point for further research. Libraries looking for current sports biographies for kids aged seven to ten will find this series to be a good purchase. Reviewer: Kathleen Foucart