Paul Hoblin
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Presents records of amazing players, teams, and games in the sport of football, including a short history of the game. Who scored the most points ever in a basketball game? Which player threw a touchdown to himself? The books in our Amazing Sports Records series answer these questions and many, many more. This engaging, informative series satisfies young sports fans who can't get enough of the top records--the fastest, longest, highest, and many other...
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Presents records of amazing players, teams, and games in the sport of basketball, including a short history of the game. Who scored the most points ever in a basketball game? Which player threw a touchdown to himself? The books in our Amazing Sports Records series answer these questions and many, many more. This engaging, informative series satisfies young sports fans who can't get enough of the top records--the fastest, longest, highest, and many...
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Presents records of amazing Olympian athletes, including a short history of the Olympics. Who scored the most points ever in a basketball game? Which player threw a touchdown to himself? The books in our Amazing Sports Records series answer these questions and many, many more. This engaging, informative series satisfies young sports fans who can't get enough of the top records--the fastest, longest, highest, and many other bests--in their favorite...
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This title examines the fascinating life of Jay-Z. Readers will learn about Jay-Z's childhood, family, time as a drug dealer, rise to fame, and relationship with Beyoncé. Colorful graphics, oversize photos, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text that explores Jay-Z's early interest in music that led to the release of his albums Reasonable Doubt, In My Lifetime, Vol. 1, Vol. 2…Hard Knock Life, Vol. 3…Life and Times of...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Aaron Rodgers: Super Bowl MVP summarizes Aaron Rodgers's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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Great Pitchers of the Negro Leagues covers the best arms in black baseball. Take the mound for vivid accounts of legendary players such as Satchel Paige, Rube Foster, Topsy Hartsel, Smokey Joe Williams, Chet Brewer, Bullet Joe Rogan, Jose Mendez, Dick Redding, Leon Day, and Hilton Smith, as well as the great teams they threw for such as the Union Giants, American Giants, Lincoln Giants, Dayton Marcos, Homestead Grays, Pittsburg Crawfords, and Kansas...
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Great Hitters of the Negro Leagues covers the best batters in black baseball. Step up to the plate for vivid accounts of legendary players such as John Henry Lloyd, Dick Lundy, Willie Wells, Oscar Charleston, Oliver Marcelle, James Bell, Martin Dihigo, Ted Radcliffe, Walter Leonard, Norman Stearnes, Buck O'Neil, Josh Gibson, Raleigh Mackey, and Mule Suttles, as well as the great teams they hit for such as the Homestead Grays, Pittsburg Crawfords,...
10) Gladiators
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Who are the brave warriors of history and of today? This title discusses the origin of gladiators, their historical development, famous examples, key skills, and traits, along with details about weapons, training, and missions. Gladiators were grand entertainers during the Roman Empire; while onlookers enjoyed and cheered them, they were actually low members in society. Special features include sidebars, infographics, on-page definitions, online search...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Andrew Luck: Rising NFL Star summarizes Luck's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Derrick Rose: NBA's Youngest MVP summarizes Derrick Rose's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Aaron Rodgers: Super Bowl MVP summarizes Aaron Rodgers's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library!
14) False Start
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Things were looking good for Jeff. He was ready to rule the school his senior year as the starting running back on the football team. That is, until Scooter came to town. From the moment the tiny kid stepped onto the field, Jeff's life has been turned upside down. First Jeff loses his starting spot, and then even the chance at a football scholarship. Tensions rise as Jeff tries to take back what is rightfully his, his friends, his school, his team...
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Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Colin Kaepernick: NFL Phenom summarizes Kaepernick's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
16) The Clutch
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In his first game as quarterback for his high school football team, Jordan Bailey Jr. let loose one of the most spectacular passes the school had ever seen. Even though everyone is congratulating him, Jordan isn't sure if he ever wants to play again. But now his friend Lance has brought in the local media, and Jordan is worried that his big secret will be revealed. If he is put to the test again, will Jordan be able to live up to the hype? Or has...
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"Covers the history, rules, fundamentals, and significant personalities of the sport of women's swimming and diving. Topics include: techniques, strategies, competitive events, and equipment. Glossary, Additional Resources, and Index included"--Provided by publisher.