Marty Gitlin
Author
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book highlights some of the most memorable tales and traditions from sports history including "The Immaculate Reception" by football's Franco Harris, the chair throwing incident by basketball's Bobby Knight, and more.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Adrian Peterson: Record-setting Running Back summarizes Adrian Peterson'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...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sportszone
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Description
Test your knowledge about the history of the Summer and Winter Games and the amazing athletes who have participated in them. The title features informative sidebars, a trivia quiz, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
5) Brazil
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Brazil has a monopoly over about half of the South American landscape. The country covers more than 3 million square miles of the continent! In this snapshot of Brazil, young readers will especially enjoy touring the Amazon Rain Forest and the country's other unique biomes"--Provided by the publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
This title introduces Jim Brown who has had a great influence on his sport and in his society. Career highlights, battles along the way, and humanitarian contributions are discussed. Brown's legacy is told through informative sidebars, captivating photos, and engaging text.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Sports are not always about the score at...
8) LeBron James
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Looks at the life of the basketball star and discusses key moments in his NBA career, including his championship wins with the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
10) Mexico
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Mexico is a cactus capital. Giant cardon, the world's tallest cactuses, grow in the Sonoran Desert. They reach heights up to 63 feet! And Mexicans also eat the stems of prickly pear cactuses like vegetables! This country profile takes kids south of the border to explore Mexico"--Provided by the publisher.
13) Hockey
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a history of hockey and highlights notable players.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Jackie Robinson, Mickey Mantle. These baseball legends rule the record books. But who will fans still be talking about years from now? Find out which of your favorite baseball players are legends in the making. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS"--From the publisher's web site.
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This title introduces basketball fans to the history of the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA franchise. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index.
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The perseverance of Lindsey Vonn is inspiring. This engrossing narrative describes how Vonn overcame the estrangement from her father, numerous debilitating injuries, and difficult personal relationships to blossom into arguably the greatest World Cup alpine skier of all time. Readers understand the importance of setting goals, as Vonn did at age eight when she wrote of her desire to win Olympic gold. They learn as well about the need to battle through...
Author
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
This enlightening book leads readers though the history of ancient China, up to and through its decline, including how power was centralized within the Zhou royal house and aristocratic families that ruled their individual territories. This resource explains the Spring and Autumn periods, as well as Confucius's influence, and the positive and negative aspects of the Qin Dynasty. Readers will be captivated by the ebb and flow of rulers, the excitement...
20) Boston Celtics
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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.