The Big Jump: A Basketball Story

By: Federlein, Anne Cairns

JOE ROOP was born in the coal-mining town of Martwick, Kentucky, but he didn't want to be a miner. He wanted to play basketball.

Combining his natural height and athletic ability with dedication and hard work, Joe played his way to a college degree and local legend status.

His story proves that when you make the most of your natural gifts, there is no limit to what you can do.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQ4XJK7B
• ISBN13: 9798348536282
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Argyle Fox Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7