{"product_id":"jamals-journal-book-1-basketball-tryouts","title":"Jamal's Journal Book 1: Basketball Tryouts","description":"\u003cp\u003eJamal Carter is taking on the hardest challenge of his life - TRYING TO MAKE THE MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL TEAM!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe problem?\u003cbr\u003e\nHe’s not a hooper.\u003cbr\u003e\nHe’s not an athlete.\u003cbr\u003e\nHe’s just a regular middle school kid trying to figure out where he belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaking the team isn’t just about skill. It is about confidence, reputation, and surviving middle school . To chase his dream, Jamal must face rumors, jocks, awkward moments, and even the school nurse . And just when the pressure couldn't get worse, his biggest crush starts watching .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuddenly, one tryout feels like EVERYTHING is on the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWill Jamal beat the odds?\u003cbr\u003e\nCan he push past fear, embarrassment, and self doubt?\u003cbr\u003e\nIs it possible for an underdog to make the team and find his place?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis laugh out loud, relatable story captures the high stakes social drama of middle school , where every moment feels huge and every decision matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Readers Love This Book • A relatable underdog story kids see themselves in\u003cbr\u003e\n• Humor, heart, and real middle school emotions\u003cbr\u003e\n• Themes of confidence, perseverance, and belonging\u003cbr\u003e\n• Perfect for fans of diary style and illustrated middle grade books\u003cbr\u003e\n• Great for independent reading, reluctant readers, and classroom discussions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect For • Kids navigating middle school friendships and confidence\u003cbr\u003e\n• Readers who love sports stories even if they do not play sports\u003cbr\u003e\n• Parents looking for meaningful, engaging stories without heavy lessons\u003cbr\u003e\n• Teachers and librarians seeking books kids actually want to read\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJamal’s story is not just about basketball.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is about finding the courage to show up when everything feels stacked against you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANT-BOOK","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":50992338469111,"sku":"979-8243343558","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/4254\/8727\/files\/ebook_2994_7a4a8cef9b.jpg?v=1785582433","url":"https:\/\/kidobook.store\/products\/jamals-journal-book-1-basketball-tryouts","provider":"KidoBook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}