Sports & Recreation - Kids

A ball game in which the losing team is murdered?! The Weird History series shines the spotlight on some of the crazy and not-as-crazy-as-it-seems things people have done over the centuries. From marathons and gladiators to bungee jumping and thrill rides, They Played What?!...

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....

In this book, illustrations and step by step instructions show and tell young readers how to do seated yoga poses. Breathing techniques, SEL concepts of wellness and mindfulness, and benefits of the practice are also introduced. Original illustrations and carefully leveled text engage young...

Demonstrates the game-changing power of fairness. Through action-filled stories, captivating spreads, and a character-building quiz, readers will consider their own character and be encouraged to take it to the next level.Author: Todd KortemeierISBN-10: 1635176042ISBN-13: 9781635176049Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2018Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.80h x...

Highlights various successes of both individuals and teams in the National Hockey League. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, and an index.Author: Ryan WilliamsonISBN-10: 1503832309ISBN-13: 9781503832305Publisher:...

The sport of lacrosse has existed in different forms for centuries. Today, it's a popular sport for both young men and young women to play. Through an accessible, empowering narrative, girls are encouraged to try this sport and experience the fun of lacrosse for...

Do you like being active and competitive? That might be a potential clue to your future career! This book explores what a career in sports might look like. Readers will discover how their interests can lead to a lifelong future career. Aligned to curriculum...

This engaging book showcases a girl preparing for her volleyball match and scoring a point! 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. This Little...

This engaging book showcases a girl preparing for her lacrosse game and scoring a goal! 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. This Little...

This engaging book showcases a girl preparing for her volleyball match and scoring a point! 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. This Little...

This engaging book showcases a girl preparing for her lacrosse game and scoring a goal! 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. This Little...

If a hero is someone who never gives up even when the going gets rough and who loves playing the game of life through it all, Negus is a superhero.Despite his young age, Negus knew a lot about embracing courage and embodying perseverance.The messages...

Sophia and Alex Learn about Sports follows our two main characters as they attend a baseball game as spectators and later play soccer with teammates. The children learn to be good sports as they play against friends from their school.Why is reading important to...

The Sports Mini Chatbook #3 is a fabulous way to practice sports vocabulary with kids. All of our Mini Chatbooks and conversational "Chatbooks" have activities to read, write, listen and speak in English and/or Spanish for both kids and adults to enjoy. If you...

Lil' E is ready to ski! Today is her first day.To help boost her confidence and have a little fun, her mom introduces her to a tutu to go along with her ski suit. Emma is excited, but nervous. With the help of her...

Tag, kickball, and hide-and-seek--which games are your favorites? This title uses a repetitive sentence pattern and strong visual cues to help young readers recognize their favorite things. This book features repetitive and predictable text and incorporates high-frequency and familiar sight words. Children just learning...

Introduces readers to the development of women's lacrosse, as well as the sport's star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Author: Meg MarquardtISBN-10: 1644931400ISBN-13: 9781644931400Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages: 32Format:...

This title focuses on the video game Rocket League and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to...

This title focuses on the video game Overwatch and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common...

This title focuses on the video game NBA 2K and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to...

This title focuses on the video game League of Legends and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned...

This title focuses on the video game Fortnite and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common...

This title focuses on the video game Call of Duty and its impact on the esport world, while examining the championships, top players, and its legacy for future generations. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned...

When The Sports Kids Crime Fighters go to the local ice cream parlor after school, they run into giant bullies who are set on causing trouble. Little do the bullies know that The Sport Kids aren't just normal kids. They might appear to be...

A picture book series about the extraordinary men and women who have shaped Australia's history, including cricket's greatest ever batsman, Sir Donald Bradman. Don Bradman was Australia's greatest cricketer. This is the story of how he first came to play for Australia, and how...

MY CRICKET SEASON is a full-sized 8 1/2 x 11" sports journal that will help players record all the excitement of the months ahead. Each page has writing prompts to get players focused on the improvement of their skills and their contributions to each...

The Sunday Times Children's Sports Book of the Year 2022 Winner Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories about 50 highly successful sportswomen, from the most decorated track athlete ever Allyson Felix to tennis legend Serena Williams and ground-breaking ballet...

Early readers will learn how coaches lead sports teams. This title highlights what coaches do, where they work, and how they help the community.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1640264078ISBN-13: 9781640264076Publisher: Creative Education and Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2023Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.90h x 8.90w x...

OE is counting down the days until Friday. It's her favorite day of the week. Each day she has fun, but she knows she will have fabulous fun on Friday. She can't wait for her special time playing boccia with Dad and her coach,...

Whizzing and spinning, zipping and zapping; machines are great for having fun! Head to the theme park and see how rollers coasters roll and how bumper cars bump. Learn how ice cream stays cold at the seaside and how a lifeboat works in the...

Splash Into Safe Swimming was written for both children and adults. Water safety and all the skills associated with it have been uppermost on my mind for the past fifty-plus years. As I have continuously demonstrated and instructed the proper methods for children to...

Splash Into Safe Swimming was written for both children and adults. Water safety and all the skills associated with it have been uppermost on my mind for the past fifty-plus years. As I have continuously demonstrated and instructed the proper methods for children to...

Learn more about different cheers and chants that cheerleaders use to promote team spirit. The title features informative sidebars, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.Author: Marcia Amidon LustedISBN-10: 1624039863ISBN-13: 9781624039867Publisher: SportszoneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2016Pages: 32Format: Library...

Under Armour examines the history of the American apparel and shoe brand and its place in the sports world today. Readers will learn about the company's founder, innovative products, and controversies. With exciting sports photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture...

Puma examines the history of the German shoe and apparel brand and its place in the sports world today. Readers will learn about the company's founder, innovative products, and controversies. With exciting sports photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture of...

Patagonia examines the history of the American outdoor clothing brand and its place in the world today. Readers will learn about the company's founders, innovative products, and controversies. With engaging photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture of the Patagonia brand....

Nike examines the history of the American shoe and apparel brand and its place in the sports world today. Readers will learn about the company's founders, innovative products, and controversies. With exciting sports photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture of...

Lululemon Athletica examines the history of the Canadian apparel brand and its place in the world today. Readers will learn about the company's founder, innovative products, and controversies. With engaging photos and in-depth sidebars, this book presents a well-rounded picture of the Lululemon Athletica...

Adidas examines the history of the German shoe and apparel brand and its place in the sports world today. Readers will learn about the company's founder, innovative products, and controversies. With exciting sports photos and in-depth sidebars, the book presents a well-rounded picture of...

When Terry Fox embarked on his famous attempt to run across Canada with one leg having been amputated in 1980, he inspired awe. Young readers will delight in reading about Fox and athletes like him in Real Heroes of Sport: Against All Odds.Author: Drew...

EYEDISCOVER is an exciting fusion of print, video, and audio, designed to engage children at the kindergarten to grade 2 levels in a fresh new way. Each optic readalong in this collection pairs the tactile experience of a printed book with interactive online content...

Did you know that some gymnasts wear grips or put chalk on their hands? This helps keep their hands from slipping. Learn more about this beloved sport in Gymnastics, a Like a Pro book.Author: Aaron CarrISBN-10: 1791148492ISBN-13: 9781791148492Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/10/2022Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize:...

Did you know that some gymnasts wear grips or put chalk on their hands? This helps keep their hands from slipping. Learn more about this beloved sport in Gymnastics, a Like a Pro book.Author: Aaron CarrISBN-10: 1791148484ISBN-13: 9781791148485Publisher: Av2Language: EnglishPublished: 08/10/2022Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight:...

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: 1427129738ISBN-13: 9781427129734Publisher: Crabtree SeedlingsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2021Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 8.20h x 8.00w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 04/01/2021 pg....

Playing field hockey can help girls grow stronger and more self-confident. However, before they can begin to play the game, they have to understand the game. This volume introduces readers to the basic rules of field hockey and the different levels this exciting sport...

In this adorable book, Elmo shares lots of fun exercises that young children--and his Sesame Street friends--can do both indoors and outside. The oversized board book, full of bright photos of the characters and colorful illustrations, is great for caregivers and children to read...

While lacrosse includes elements of other familiar games, it's a sport all its own. With a rich history and exciting pace, it's also a respected sport growing in participants and fans. This informative book explores the evolving world of field lacrosse. From defenders sliding...

While lacrosse includes elements of other familiar games, it's a sport all its own. With a rich history and exciting pace, it's also a respected sport growing in participants and fans. This informative book explores the evolving world of field lacrosse. From defenders sliding...

This nonfiction picture book from author Charles R. Smith Jr and illustrated by Shane W. Evans tells the story of the world's first black heavyweight champion, the charismatic Jack "Black Jack" Johnson. Born as Arthur John Johnson in the southern state of Texas, Jack...

Play Ball! is a delightful book about baseball and softball that takes a young ballplayer through the day to prepare for their game, what to do when they get there, and what to do after the game ends. With straightforward, easy-to-understand language and vivid,...