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Series
Paralympians volume 1
Publisher
Undercats, Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"This is the story of 17-time Paralympic medalist Tatyana McFadden. Born with spina bifida in Russia, Tatyana was raised in an orphanage where she walked on her hands for the first six years of her life. In 1994, she was adopted and moved to the United States, where she started racing and breaking records; and is now considered the best female wheelchair racer of all time, and the fastest woman on Earth." - Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"From humble beginnings to one of the world's most popular sports leagues, the NBA has provided thrills to millions of fans since the 1940s. Inside the NBA tells the story of each NBA team, its origins, its successes and failures, and its all-star players and most popular coaches. This NBA series will get you up to speed on your favorite team with fascinating facts and stats, exciting photographs, and much more"--Back cover.
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Series
Publisher
Pebble, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Does a trip to the pool give you the jitters? Does a dip in the lake make you feel uneasy? You're not alone. In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of water and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fear of water"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Being a professional baseball player is no walk in the park-it's a physically and mentally demanding job. When you're on the field, millions of people are expecting you to record base hits as a batter or strikeouts as a pitcher. And the work continues beyond game time; you need to practice, work out, and scout your competition. Aches and pains are a given. And on top of everything else, you must perform amidst constant travel, media attention, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Crocodile Books, an imprint of Interlink Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"In the small coastal town of Port Antonio, Jamaica, with the arrival of Olga--a two-time Olympic Gold Medal Winner for synchronized swimming--a group of young girls discover the importance of friendship and the prospect of an exciting future."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
For a professional player, basketball isn't just a fun game-it's a job. Millions of people are watching your every move, expecting you to make every shot and block your competitors'. You have to give your all for every game, and when you're not playing, you're sharpening skills, working on plays, and studying your opponents. Dedication extends beyond the season. You must follow strict diets and workout plans to stay in shape throughout the year....
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
©2020.
Language
English
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Description
A picture-book biography of Betty Robinson, who "at only sixteen years old ... became the first female gold medalist in track and field in the 1928 Olympics and an overnight sensation. She was set for gold again and had her eyes on the 1932 Olympics. Her plans changed forever when a horrible plane crash left her in a wheelchair, with one leg shorter than the other. But Betty didn't let that stop her. In less than five years, she relearned how to stand,...
Author
Publisher
DK Children, DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The ultimate pocket-sized guide to more than 120 sports, from soccer to mountain biking. Ever wonder which is the oldest sport? Or how the Olympics came into being? Are sports the same as games? What does a midfielder do in soccer? What are bogeys, eagles, and birdies in golf? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this pocket-sized sports book for children. With all major team and individual sports organized into clear categories,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Red Chair Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"An overview of the modern Olympic Games featuring sports played by teams of athletes competing against each other ... The games showcase the strength and skills, stamina and endurance of amazing athletic teams from around the world in a show of sportsmanship."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Flowerpot Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Come along to learn all about the Olympics and Olympic athletes! This fun question and answer book has everything from engaging facts to hilarious illustrations to help you learn about the history of the Games, how athletes become Olympians, famous Olympians and their accomplishments, and so much more."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Playing professional football is a dream for many-but it's also a high-pressure, grueling job. If you're the pro player on the field, millions of people are scrutinizing your every play, expecting you to make your blocks, outsmart your opponents, move the ball to your end zone, and score. To play at 100 percent on Sundays, you are constantly preparing for the next game-practicing, lifting weights, going to meetings, or watching video. Throughout the...
Author
Publisher
Thomas Nelson
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"From trick shots to mind-bending stunts to setting absurd records, Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff offers a full-color, at-home, screen-free adventure for young people eager to accept the challenge of performing the same unbelievable maneuvers that have made Dude Perfect a cultural phenomenon"--
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