Sports & Recreation - Kids

Sports are all about great strategy and overcoming obstacles, right? Not always Sometimes failures in sports are as exciting as successes. Learn about the biggest fails--from an NFL team blowing a 35-3 lead in a playoff game to the Boston Red Sox selling Babe...

This fun book explores the world of ballet, from the background to the moves to the outfits. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index....

On the Scoreboard digs into how each sport is scored, how players work to score more, and score-based records. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports. Includes charts, graphs, and maps to...

Shape of the Game digs into the basic geometry of sports, the geometric designs and three-dimensional spaces of sports, and examples of real-world sports geometry. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports....

Ready to step up to the starting line? There's a race to be won! Get ready to learn about the athletes who will do whatever it takes to run, swim, bike, and climb to the finish line in People Power, part of the At...

This fun book explores the world of Bollywood dance, from the background to the moves to the outfits. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and...

Get in the game and use clues on the clotheslines to identify a slew of sports. Catchy rhymes and visual cues introduce young readers to sports in this companion to Clothesline Clues to Jobs People Do. The clues in each lively verse can be...

A guide for boy's entertainment from the days before radio, television, and video games, first published in 1829.Author: William ClarkeISBN-10: 1557095051ISBN-13: 9781557095053Publisher: Applewood BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/1996Pages: 320Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 5.57h x 4.51w x 0.88d

The sport of cheerleading demands strength, flexibility, and spirit. Cheerleaders dance, tumble, and even fly through the air to encourage sports teams and excite crowds. This book will teach young readers about cheerleading by presenting the sport's history, rules, and impressive stunts.Author: Sara GreenISBN-10:...

For decades, the Adidas brand has been famous for its sports gear and apparel--and for the high-profile athletes who wear them. This title introduces fans to the history of one of the most well-known sports apparel companies in the world. The title features informative...

From its start at the University of Florida, Gatorade has grown to be one of the most popular and recognizable sports drink on the market. This title introduces fans to the history of one of the most well-known sports drinks in the world. The...

Nike is one of the most popular sports apparel brands on the market. But before it grew to the worldwide success it is today, the brand started in Oregon with a college track and field coach, a wild idea, and a waffle iron. This...

Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports played by young men and women in North America. In order to fully understand this exciting sport and play it safely and successfully, it helps to have a strong understanding of the science behind...

Known for his larger-than-life personality and superior boxing skills, Muhammad Ali was a heavyweight superstar! This graphic nonfiction title introduces the boxing icon through detailed illustrations, engaging captions, and dialogue including historic quotes. Readers will explore Ali's early fights and activism on the road...

Mad Libs is the world's greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about the sports that don't get enough love!...

Angles of Achievement digs into the angles and arcs in sports as well as records held as a result of utilizing the optimal angles. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports. Includes...

Join Professor Copper and his daring squad of Martian colonists as they fight off an alien invasion. As they move through the great outdoors and close-quarters dormitories of Mars, diagrams and full-page illustrations will teach you how to shoot, move, and communicate your way...

A New York Times Bestseller!Broadcaster Len Berman brings the greatest moments in sports to life for fans of all ages!If you had to pick the greatest thing in sports you'd ever seen, what would it be? Was it a miraculous comeback? An amazing catch?...

Welcome to "The Funniest Jokes for Kids," a hilarious collection of clean and entertaining jokes specifically crafted for children aged 8 to 12! Packed with side-splitting humor and guaranteed to bring laughter to young readers, this book is the perfect companion for family gatherings,...

Strategic Statistics digs into the statistics and analytics of sports and how they're used to help make major decisions, professional careers based on sports statistics, and records held as a result of examining sports statistics and analytics. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics...

Community centers are places where people gather. People can take classes, play sports, and go to meetings! In this book, beginning readers will learn the ins and outs of community centers and all that goes on in them. Low-level text combines with bright photos...

DRAW, CHUMMER! And color. And do puzzles. And bask in the wonders of the mighty Sixth World dystopia! If you need something to pass the time, or if you just want to soak in the Shadowrun setting for a while, this activity book is...

This fun book explores the world of acro dance, from the background to the moves to the outfits. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and...

Dive into the exciting world of three-dimensional creation with "The ABC's of 3D Printing" by Hannah Flint! This innovative and interactive book guides young minds through the basics of 3D design and printing, exploring each component from A to Z.Flint's book makes 3D printing...

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...

Every Second Counts digs into the timing of sports, including: timing of each sport, speed and velocity, and how shaving off time can win the game. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular...

Known for his larger-than-life personality and superior boxing skills, Muhammad Ali was a heavyweight superstar! This graphic nonfiction title introduces the boxing icon through detailed illustrations, engaging captions, and dialogue including historic quotes. Readers will explore Ali's early fights and activism on the road...

Shape of the Game digs into the basic geometry of sports, the geometric designs and three-dimensional spaces of sports, and examples of real-world sports geometry. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports....

On the Scoreboard digs into how each sport is scored, how players work to score more, and score-based records. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports. Includes charts, graphs, and maps to...

Engineering a Win digs into the many ways engineering has led to better equipment, facilities, and better overall athletic performance. Using colorful and engaging infographics, the Sports-Graphics series breaks down the STEM concepts behind a range of popular sports. Includes charts, graphs, and maps...

Twelve books in one volume with free accompanying read-along audioThis Books Out Loud(TM) collection is designed to make literacy fun, easy, and accessible. Simply scan the QR code on the back cover, download the free audio, and listen while you read!Have your mind blown...

This fun book explores the world of contemporary dance, from the background to the moves to the outfits. The book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and...

Sports are all about great strategy and overcoming obstacles, right? Not always Sometimes failures in sports are as exciting as successes. Learn about the biggest fails--from an NFL team blowing a 35-3 lead in a playoff game to the Boston Red Sox selling Babe...

Epic athletes have been changing the game for a long time! Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 extraordinary athletes from around the world with this fact-filled biography collection for kidsEducational and engaging, 100 Athletes Who Shaped Sports History features:...

It is important to keep fit. It is good for your body and mind. Read about different sports and exercises that you can do to stay fit!Author: William AnthonyISBN-10: 8885247709ISBN-13: 9798885247702Publisher: Jump!Language: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2023Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.57lbsSize: 8.82h x 6.14w x 0.32d

Sophie is frustrated!She's been trying the loop de loop for hours, but she can't do it.Join Sophie as she tries again and learns a valuable lesson from her father and Mr. Owliver about perseverance.Pam Burgess's third Sophie book reminds young people not to give...

A must-have book for inquisitive young sports fans, this collection of sports trivia entertains as it informs, presenting insider knowledge from the world of sports in the distinct Sports Illustrated Kids style. More than simply a list of questions and answers, this full-color, interactive...

This book introduces early readers to words at the beach. Simple words and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Christina EarleyISBN-10: 1039696899ISBN-13: 9781039696891Publisher: Crabtree Little HoneyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2023Pages: 12Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 7.97h x 6.10w x...

Sophie is frustrated!She's been trying the loop de loop for hours, but she can't do it.Join Sophie as she tries again and learns a valuable lesson from her father and Mr. Owliver about perseverance.Pam Burgess's third Sophie book reminds young people not to give...

Can you believe that one tennis match once lasted for more than 11 hours? Or that someone actually swam across the Atlantic Ocean? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more surprising facts about all kinds of sports and the athletes who...

This title explores the exciting sport of archery by looking at its history, techniques, equipment, and how people compete in the sport today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division...

Can you believe that one tennis match once lasted for more than 11 hours? Or that someone actually swam across the Atlantic Ocean? It's all true! Look inside this book to discover more surprising facts about all kinds of sports and the athletes who...

In this delightful children's fantasy story, a talented cheerleader relies on other people and a special "potion" to convince herself that she is a Cheer Legend. Along the way, her mother and grandmother help her to realize that she does not need anyone or...

Coach Confidence: Exercises for Kids is a fun and fresh way to get children interested in exercising and health. Whether your child is a toddler, an athlete, or just wants to feel good and boost confidence, Coach Confidence delivers. Coach Confidence introduces exercises, teaches...

Unexplored mysteries lie deep in the jungles of the Amazon Rain Forest. Engaging text and vibrant photos highlight the dangers of traveling into the Amazon. Special features map the Amazon's location in the world, highlight preparation for the journey, profile a famous explorer, and...

KidsYoga "Animals" is the first in a series of books with yoga poses for young children. Each animal has a pose, and a sound for your child to make. Your child can mimic the animal sounds while having fun exercising. Our Goal: We would...

As a child, did you always want to be good at yoyo tricks but never knew how? I know that was the case for me!If your child has always been interested in becoming more skilled with the yoyo, this guide is for them.In this...

Unexplored mysteries lie deep in the jungles of the Amazon Rain Forest. Engaging text and vibrant photos highlight the dangers of traveling into the Amazon. Special features map the Amazon's location in the world, highlight preparation for the journey, profile a famous explorer, and...

Have you ever wondered how clouds form? This book introduces emergent readers to clouds using vibrant images alongside leveled text. Special features such as a diagram, activity list, and question will keep readers engaged as they discover the wonders of clouds!Author: Kirsten ChangISBN-10: 1648348653ISBN-13:...

Boom! A flash of light streaks across the darkened sky. It is a thunderstorm! Young readers will learn more about thunderstorms and how they form in this exciting title. Leveled text and high-quality images guide readers through each page, while special features highlight thunderstorm...