The eleventh Branches early chapter book featuring everyone’s favorite pug,Buband his humanBella! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book lineBranchesaimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read texthigh-interest contentfast-paced plotsand illustrations on every pagethese books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Bub has a new hobby: BASKETBALL! He’s so goodBella convinces him to become a doggie basketball coach. Bub loves playingbut he isn’t sure how he feels about being in the spotlight. Can Bub’s friends help him balance being a SPORTS STAR with staying true to himself? With full-color artwork throughoutthis funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.