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Publisher
Twelve
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 18
Language
English
Description
"From Mike Pesca, host of the ... Slate podcast The Gist, comes the greatest sports minds imagining how the world would change if a play, trade, injury, or referee's call had just gone the other way ... What if the U.S. boycotted Hitler's Olympics? What if Bobby Riggs beat Billie Jean King? What if Bucky Dent popped out at the foot of the Green Monster? What if Drew Bledsoe never got hurt?"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Young Readers, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Why would a soccer star wear his underwear inside-out on game day? For good luck, of course. And he s right at home in All-Star Goofball Trivia, a collection of the strange facts and silly stories from the world of sports.
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title explores the incredible moments in in the world of sports, from Jackie Robinson's debut to Brandi Chastain's World Cup winner, that will be etched in our memories forever. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Adapted, in moderation, for American customs in this edition (cricket is gone, rugby remains; conkers are out, Navajo Code Talkers in), The Dangerous Book is a guide book for dads as well as their sons, as a reminder of lore and technique that have not yet been completely lost to the digital age. Recall the adventures of Scott of the Antarctic and the Battle of the Somme, relearn how to palm a coin, tan a skin, and, most charmingly, wrap a package...
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The ultimate book for young sports fans is back with the past year's top sports stories. Featuring all-new coverage for 2022, get up close and personal with the top athletes in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and more."--
Author
Publisher
Time Home Entertainment Inc
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Presented in the format of Top 10 lists, this book is a comprehensive yet fun look at the greatest aspects of Pro Sports. From the top athletes to the most popular teams in the world, SI Kids ranks a variety of topics covering every professional sport. Readers are guaranteed to love the big, exciting action photos from the Sports Illustrated collection and the insider knowledge of SI Kids. Filled with trivia and information, this dynamic book will...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sportszone
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title explores the quirks and oddities of some of the biggest names and lesser-known figures in the world of sports, from the player who ate chicken before every game to the coach who chewed on towels on the sidelines. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
Author
Publisher
Hyperion Avenue
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"In short essays certain to provoke debate between and amongst all generations, Greeny uses his lifetime of sports knowledge to spin yarns of the legends among the legends and tell you why some have claimed their spot in the top 100 of all time. Sports and numbers go hand in hand. Sports and loud, assertive debate? Even better. Cheering on, agonizing over, and being in plain awe of your favorite players has left you with a deep and intricate memory...
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown, and Co
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Collection of crazy and amazing sports moments from around the world, including baseball, football, basketball, hockey, golf, tennis, bicycling and bullfighting. The amazing thing is...nobody got hurt!