Who Is Derek Jeter? ( Who Is...?) (Paperback) by Gail Herman

Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .25 Inches (D)
Weight: .25 Pounds
Number of Pages: 106
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Series Title: Who Is...?
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
Author: Gail Herman
Age Range: 9-12 Years
Language: English

About the Book

"When Derek Jeter was eight years old, he announced that he was going to play baseball for the New York Yankees. Jeter earned the attention of major league scouts in high school and was drafted to the New York Yankees in 1992. Named Rookie of the Year, he helped the Yankees win the World Series five times, and became team captain in 2003."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

When Derek Jeter was eight years old, he announced that he was going to play baseball for the New York Yankees. Jeter earned the attention of major league scouts in high school and was drafted to the New York Yankees in 1992. Named Rookie of the Year, he helped the Yankees win the World Series five times, and became team captain in 2003. With his good looks, easygoing personality, and sense of humor, Derek has always been a fan favorite. Retiring from baseball in 2014, Derek Jeter leaves behind a legacy.

About The Author

Gail Herman has written several biographies for young readers, including Who Is Wayne Gretzky?, Who Was Davy Crockett? and Who Was Jackie Robinson?