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Overview
In 2006, San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson had the kind of year players dream about. He broke NFL records and was named league MVP and NFL Man of the Year. Today, LaDainian helps dreams come true for other people, especially children from needy families. His Touching Lives Foundation gives away tickets to Chargers games and also provides college scholarships to students every year. Follow LaDainian through the biggest moments of his career on and off the field to see how this champion makes a difference.Synopsis
In 2006, San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson had the kind of year players dream about. He broke NFL records and was named league MVP and NFL Man of the Year. Today, LaDainian helps dreams come true for other people, especially children from needy families. His Touching Lives Foundation gives away tickets to Chargers games and also provides college scholarships to students every year. Follow LaDainian 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 LaDainian Tomlinson, a running back for the San Diego Chargers. Starting with a record breaking touchdown in 2006, readers learn about "LT" and how much of a team player he truly is. The following section discusses his childhood in Texas as one of three kids to a single mom, his own childhood heroes, and his draft into the NFL from playing for Texas Christian University. Tomlinson's many and varied charity works are described as well, through his Touching Lives Foundation which sponsors many things, from a club that lets children attend Chargers' games to giving out turkey dinners at Thanksgiving and toys at Christmas, to scholarships for students in both San Diego and Waco, Texas. Featuring a number of photos of LT playing football and supporting his charity, 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