Dwayne Johnson: A Little Golden Book Biography - by Frank Berrios (Hardcover)

About the Book

Dwayne Johnson grew up surrounded by amazing wrestlers... including his father. Dwayne was strong and fast and good at sports, earning a football scholarship to go to college. He dreamed of playing football profesionally, but when he wasn't selected by a team, he decided to try wrestling. Since making his wrestling debut in 1996, Dwayne has gained many fans, who know him as "The Rock!" In 2001, Dwayne made his big-screen debut in "The Mummy Returns," and he has worked just as hard in Hollywood as he did in the wrestling ring.

Book Synopsis

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson! It's the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages!

This Little Golden Book about Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson--wrestling star, movie star, TV star, and all-around nice guy--is an inspiring read-aloud. Young children will learn that even superstars have setbacks: when Dwayne's dream of playing in the NFL didn't come true, he had to find a different path to happiness and success.

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Review Quotes

"[A] page-turning picture book." --Variety

About the Author

FRANK BERRIOS is a widely published children's book author. He has written many Little Golden Books, including Barack Obama: A Little Golden Book Biography, Football with Dad, Soccer with Mom, Miles Morales: Spider-Man, Black Panther, I Am Captain Kirk, and My Little Golden Book About Jackie Robinson.

IRENE CHAN is a designer, and an illustrator, art director, and artist. Born and raised in Hong Kong, she received her BFA in graphic design from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Irene currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and son.