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Michael Jordan: Chicago Bulls Basketball Player

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Kids learn about Michael Jordan and his basketball career with the Chicago Bulls.

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Michael Jordan is an American former professional basketball player, entrepreneur, and the owner and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets. He is best known playing for the Chicago Bulls, wearing the number 23 jersey and Nike Air Jordan sneakers. For more information on Michael Jordan, see the fact file below or download the comprehensive worksheet pack which can be utilised within the classroom or home environment.

Name
Michael Jeffrey Jordan

Date of Birth
February 17, 1963

Place of Birth
Brooklyn, New York

Birth Family
Son of Deloris Peoples and James R. Jordan, Sr.

Marriage/Spouse
Married Juanita Vanoy. They were divorced in 2002, but they reconciled.
They filed for divorce again in 2006.

Children
Jeffrey Michael, Marcus James and Jasmine

Education
Basketball scholarship to the University of North Carolina

Career
Professional basketball player and businessman

Reason for Fame
Considered the greatest basketball player of all time.

Additional Information
Numerous awards and many records set during his career. Following are just a few:
Naismith Memorial basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2009
2 Olympic Gold Medals
6-time NBA Finals MVP
5-time NBA MVP
10 MBA scoring titles

Michael Jordan Worksheets

This bundle includes 11 ready-to-use Michael Jordan worksheets that are perfect for students to learn about Michael Jordan is an American former professional basketball player, entrepreneur, and the owner and chairman of the Charlotte Hornets. He is best known playing for the Chicago Bulls, wearing the number 23 jersey and Nike Air Jordan sneakers.
This download includes the following worksheets:

Michael Jordan Facts

Jersey 23

The Space Jam

Basketball Superstars

Modified TRUE or FALSE

The World of Sports

East and West

Sports Search

Sports News

I am an Athlete

Color Me!

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Michael Jordan Facts, Biography, Information & Worksheets For Kids

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