Sports & Recreation - Kids

Did you know that the first bull riding events were held in Mexico in the 1500s? They were called jaripeos. Learn more in Bull Riding, one of the titles in the My First Rodeo series.Author: Heather KissockISBN-10: 1791123643ISBN-13: 9781791123642Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: Library...

This book goes to extremes to introduce kids to the best of the best in the world of over-achieving, amazing, record-setting pets! Pets are more than just our animal besties. They're totally extreme! From the largest to the smallest, the biggest braniacs to the...

Taking a stand and being an activist means having the courage to speak up for an important cause. For football player Colin Kaepernick and basketball great LeBron James, fighting for social justice is their top priority. Learn how they and other players use their...

"His legs are too short " "His head is too big " Soren the French Bulldog is an unlikely champion in the athletic sport of dog agility, or so many people think. But Soren has something his critics can't readily see: belief in himself....

Award-winning author Sue Macy offers a fresh and timely account of women in sports in the 1920s, and how their determination, talent, and defiance in the face of criticism promoted women's rights, redefined femininity, and changed the course of history. Macy offers a rare...

Strap on your gym shoes and practice your vertical! We're about to learn why volleyball ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.Author: Thomas Kingsley TroupeISBN-10: 1039647278ISBN-13: 9781039647275Publisher: Crabtree BranchesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/17/2022Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.80h x 6.80w x 0.20dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.1Point Value: 0.5Interest Level:...

This title explains the importance of exercise and the many sports and activities children can do to get it. The book includes easy-to-read text and vibrant photos, making it a great choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary,...

Discover the courageous stories of elite Black athletes who battled prejudice and exclusion to become heroes and champions in their sport. Some have used their platform to bring attention to global, social, economic, and health issues. Others brought glory and fame to their countries....

Award-winning nonfiction picture book creator Meghan McCarthy tells the story of how an undersized, crooked-legged horse became one of the greatest racing champions of all time. In the late 1930s, times were tough. The United States was in the middle of the Great Depression,...

This book helps children to get confident with some basic stretching poses.Each Educise 4 Kids book provides 15 clear illustrated pages and simple how-to instructions for both children and adults to complete together, or by themselves.These books are designed for children between the ages...

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR DIE-HARD KIDS: GEORGIA BULLDOGS combines the excitement you feel when reading about the Dawgs with the fun of learning more about Jesus and your faith. You'll read stories like these: Uga is such a great mascot that one time he even...

Budding artists can easily create a variety of different sports figures by joining circles, ovals, rectangles, cylinders, and other common shapes - 30 pictures to draw: baseball, football, lacrosse, and soccer players, diver, skateboarder, fisherman, dirt biker, skier, and more - Simple directions, step-by-step...

Discover the courageous stories of elite Black athletes who battled prejudice and exclusion to become heroes and champions in their sport. Some have used their platform to bring attention to global, social, economic, and health issues. Others brought glory and fame to their countries....

Traditionally, Inuit played games in order to be physically and mentally prepared for freezing weather, strenuous hunts, and other grueling conditions that made survival difficult. In this book, Arctic Winter Games champion Johnny Issaluk explains the basics of agility, strength, and endurance games, from...

This title highlights five important volleyball skills and five top female athletes who have perfected those skills. Tips for improving each skill are perfect for young athletes looking to improve their game. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a diagram, a glossary, and...

Grab your COLOR pom-poms and your ADJECTIVE spirit, because Mad Libs is here to cheer! Y-E-L-L, everybody yell -- Go Team! Mad Libs is here to bring the spirit and the excitement of cheerleading! Whether you're a flyer or a base, or even the...

Aengus is four years old and loves superheroes. He and his mom live at Oma's farm. Aengus is working really hard to try to learn to ride a two-wheeler. Aengus can't wait for his dad to visit on the weekend and watch him ride...

Ready, set, dive! Ready for Sports: Swimming introduces beginning readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to one of the most popular sports for kids. Simple text and vivid photos present facts about how to participate. Each book in this collection includes a list of...

This title introduces fans to some of the biggest names in the world of Esports. The title features informative sidebars, full-color photos and infographics, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.Author: Erin NicksISBN-10: 1532194447ISBN-13: 9781532194443Publisher: SportszoneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/2020Pages:...

Did you know that the first tie-down roping events were held in the 1800s? They were friendly contests between cowboys. Learn more in Tie-Down Roping, one of the titles in the My First Rodeo series.Author: Rochelle GroskreutzISBN-10: 1791124089ISBN-13: 9781791124083Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: Library...

Did you know that the first chuckwagon races were held in 1923? They were part of a rodeo called the Calgary Stampede. Learn more in Chuckwagon Racing, one of the titles in the My First Rodeo series.Author: Rochelle GroskreutzISBN-10: 1791124003ISBN-13: 9781791124007Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages:...

Describes armadillos and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR Codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they can learn even more. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, Making Connections...

Did you know that a pitcher can throw a baseball as fast as a speeding car? Easy to read, fun to see, and filled with amazing things, kids (even reluctant readers) will love Ripley Readers Sports! Filled with stunning photography and easy-to-read writing, this...

You have the fidget spinner toy but can you do the coolest tricks for your fidget spinner? With this book you'll learn awesome fidget spinner tricks and hacks that will make you fidget spinner pro in no time. Impress others with fidget spinner moves...

Just in time for the 2022 Winter Olympics, here is a motivating collection of true stories from athletes, including many former Olympians, who have faced incredible adversity--proving that integrity and honor are not entirely missing from the playing fields. Readers will learn about blind...

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR DIE-HARD KIDS: AUBURN TIGERS combines the excitement you feel when reading about the Tigers with the fun of learning more about Jesus and your faith. You'll read stories like these: Legend has it Auburn once had a player so blind that...

Why does a knuckleball flutter? Why do belly flops hurt so much? Why would a quarterback prefer a deflated football? Here are 54 all-star experiments that demonstrate the scientific principles powering a wide variety of sports and activities--and offer insights that can help you...

For some sports fans, there is no better way to experience a sport than to cheer in person or even try it themselves. There are many incredible sports venues to visit, from college stadiums to Olympic parks. Sports Venue Bucket List examines some amazing...

Dance is fun to watch, but it's even more fun to do Kids can take the stage by learning what dance is, what gear and skills are needed, what happens during lessons, and how to be a good sport. A special activity helps kids...

***A 2016 National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) winner Don't read this book--play it Introducing an ingenious way to help kids get the 60 minutes of active play they need each day. Move is a book that combines imaginative play with movement. Hold it up...

The COVID-19 pandemic changed many aspects of sports and entertainment. From closing gyms and stadiums to canceling concerts and postponing the Summer Olympics, readers will learn how the world adapted to the deadly pandemic.Author: Margaret J. GoldsteinISBN-10: 1728428505ISBN-13: 9781728428505Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages:...

If you think you might like ballet, this book covers the basics on clothing, rules, and skills for beginner ballet stars.Author: Taylor FarleyISBN-10: 1427129916ISBN-13: 9781427129918Publisher: Crabtree SeedlingsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2021Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 7.80h x 7.60w x 0.20d

Did you know that barrel racing is the only rodeo event to be created for women? The first official barrel racing contest was held in 1948 in Texas. Learn more in Barrel Racing, one of the titles in the My First Rodeo seriesAuthor: Rochelle...

A special handbook for youth and the adults who work with them. Let them go outside and play! More parents are heeding the advice of specialists who urge them to do just that. By playing outside with friends, kids learn valuable interpersonal and negotiation...

From the first woman to swim the English Channel to the first person to run a mile in under four minutes, there have been some incredible and amazing events and milestones in the world of sports. Now in A is for Amazing Moments: A...

What's your favorite sport? In My Favorite Sport: Cheerleading students will learn all about competitive cheerleading. Each My Favorite Sport book includes engaging nonfiction text about the game, the field, the rules, the scoring, the equipment, and the skills needed to play the game.Author:...

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR DIE-HARD KIDS: LSU TIGERS combines the excitement you feel when reading about the Tigers with the fun of learning more about Jesus and your faith. You'll read stories like these: An LSU defensive end played in awful pain for two years...

Award-winning author Sue Macy offers a fresh and timely account of women in sports in the 1920s, and how their determination, talent, and defiance in the face of criticism promoted women's rights, redefined femininity, and changed the course of history. Macy offers a rare...

What makes a boy into a man? Courage. Confidence. Patience. Integrity... For more than one hundred years, this classic poems has inspired readers to reach for the best in themselves. In pictures and words, here's what every boy needs to know most.Author: Rudyard KiplingISBN-10:...

As timely as it is timeless, this instructive book has captured the interest and imagination of boys for well over a century. Chapters on kite flying and fishing, rigging and sailing small boats, camping out without a tent, knot-tying for mountain climbing and other...

Did you know that the highest score a bareback rider can earn is 100 points? The top score given so far is 94, and only four riders have achieved it. Learn more in Bareback Riding, one of the titles in the My First Rodeo...

Strength and flexibility go hand and hand...both on and off our mats. Parents, yoga is a practice not a perfect. Keep it fun for your kids. Don't adjust them too much, let them play and practice learning being in the moment. Kids yoga, the...

This title introduces fans to the world of Esports on college campuses. The title features informative sidebars, full-color photos and infographics, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.Author: Erin NicksISBN-10: 1532194420ISBN-13: 9781532194429Publisher: SportszoneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/2020Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight:...

Rugby is an intense, physical sport that men and women alike enjoy playing. As girls learn the history and rules of rugby in this volume, they begin to feel more empowered to get outside and try the sport for themselves. Clear text and fun...

Who holds the world record triple jump record - for bullfrogs?Rosie, the Ribeter.She set the record in May 1986 at 21 feet 5 3/4 inches.Her record has stood for over 30 years.This is her story. It all started with Mark Twain and his famous...

Whether they are rooting for the home team from the sidelines or flipping through the air for judges, cheerleaders are filled with skill and spirit! Young readers will learn basic positions, stunts, and more about the sport of cheerleading in this introductory title. Bolded...

Preston loves to play sports and loves to go outside to play with his toys. Whenever he rides on anything that makes him go; like his bike, scooter, and skateboard; he always wears his helmet. Do you wear a helmet? What are you protecting...

Girls' lacrosse is a fast-paced sport Kids can get in on the action by learning about the sport, equipment, and the importance of good sportsmanship. Then they can practice an important skill to have even more fun on the field.Author: Imogen KingsleyISBN-10: 1977124771ISBN-13: 9781977124777Publisher:...

Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Highlighting more complex concepts that go beyond colors and numbers, titles in the series feature jobs, music, opposites, and sports....

This title introduces fans to the variety of career opportunities in Esports. The title features informative sidebars, full-color photos and infographics, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.Author: Emily HuddISBN-10: 1532194455ISBN-13: 9781532194450Publisher: SportszoneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/2020Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight:...