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Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press, A division of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
[2014].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the history of the World Series, highlighting the clutch players, big upsets, and wild plays of the "Fall Classic."
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Presents a short history of the Continental Army's desperate winter at Valley Forge in 1777 written in graphic novel format, and focuses on the events leading up to that fateful encampment and Washington's struggle to keep his army together.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the often controversial history of the college football championship in this book packed full of fascinating facts and photos. You'll discover the biggest games, the most action-packed moments, and the sport's most dominant dynasties. You'll also read about the history of college football and how it became a Saturday obsession for millions of fans" -- Book jacket.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The National Football League (NFL) is the most popular sports league in the United States, and the Super Bowl is its grandest stage. The incredible runs, the gutsy defensive stands, and the game-winning touchdown throws are all here. Award-winning sports author Matt Doeden explores the history of the Super Bowl and covers the championship...
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
When basketball fans hear the words Final Four, they probably think of the buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and bracket-busters that have thrilled people for years. However, you don't need to be a die-hard fan to know that the NCAA men's basketball tournament is one of the most popular sports events in the United States. By the time the tournament of 68 teams has been whittled down to the Final Four, excitement reaches a fever pitch. From the first...
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
This book, describing the people and events of the Civil War, reveals the historical details from the perspective of a Union soldier at Gettysburg, a civilian during the siege of Vicksburg, or a Confederate soldier at Chancellorsville.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
After the Civil War (18611865), the earliest seeds of professional baseball began to sprout. While racism was rampant, some early teams featured black and white players competing side by side. But by 1900, segregation forced African Americans to form their own teams. Black players traveled around the country on barnstorming tours, taking on all challengers. In 1920, baseball's Negro leagues started, and for more than three decades, they offered fans...
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"For more than one hundred years, the home run has been the most exciting play in baseball. Read about the longest, strangest, and most important home runs in Major League Baseball history"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
"Describes the people and events involved in the Salem witch trials. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspectives of an accused witch, the family member of an accused witch, and an accuser"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Read about the incredible playoff games that basketball fans will never forget. Clutch performances and shocking finishes have helped make the NBA playoffs one of the most thrilling spectacles in sports. The biggest moments, from buzzer-beaters to last-second defensive plays, are all here in vivid detail.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Hockey is a thrilling, fast-paced sport, and the action gets even more intense during the playoffs. The Stanley Cup Playoffs: The Quest for Hockey's Biggest Prize covers it all with exciting text and vivid photos"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
"Describes the lives of samurai warriors in ancient Japan. The readers' choices reveal the historical details of life as a samurai during the Gempai wars of the 1100s, the rise of Nobunga in 1560, and as a wandering ronin in the 1600s"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"The sports world is full of epic comebacks, upsets, chokes, and clutch performances. The most memorable buzzer-beating baskets, double-digit comebacks, and unexpected meltdowns are all here alongside vivid photos and lively writing from award-winning sports author Matt Doeden. From racing legend Man o' War's only career loss in 1919 to the 2017 Super Bowl's incredible finish, sports fans will have plenty to digest. Doeden also writes about the science...