First published 2019
Little Shaq faces a problem when he and his cousin Barry accidentally destroy their beloved video game. The cousins need money to buy a replacement, but where can two kids earn enough cash? Inspiration strikes when Little Shaq looks at his science project. He and Barry decide to launch their own gardening business, offering to water neighbors' plants for pay. The plan seems perfect. Little Shaq and Barry work well together whether they're playing basketball or running their new enterprise. But starting a business brings unexpected challenges. Will their watering service generate enough income to replace the broken game? Can the cousins handle the responsibility they've taken on? Little Shaq discovers that success requires more than good intentions. With help from friends and family, he learns that determination and teamwork can overcome obstacles. This series opener by basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal shows young readers that creative problem solving and hard work can turn setbacks into opportunities.
Genres: family-life, contemporary, sports
Vibes: emotional, heartwarming, inspiring, uplifting
Tropes: found-family, problem-solving, teamwork
80 pages · Library Binding · Turtleback