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Author
Series
Good sports ; 2
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Brief biographies of Trudy Ederle, Louise Stokes, Tidye Pickett, Julie Krone and Danica Patrick.
Author
Series
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Annabella Donatello loves softball and performing so she is thrilled when she gets cast in the school play, on top of being pitcher of her softball team, but when when practice conflicts with opening night of the show she hatches a plan putting her softball and acting skills to the test.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educaional Media
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Ava is a good swimmer. She s also a good teammate. When Alonso is afraid of the water, Ava knows just what to do. She and the team mascot help him have fun in the pool! In Ava Kane, In the Lane, you'll be rooting for Ava as she learns about swimming and teamwork! With full-color illustrations and engaging characters, this humorous, fictional beginning chapter book series introduces children to various sports and good sportsmanship. Includes a picture...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In the story of C.J. Slinger, Left Winger, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as they follow C.J., the newest member for the Baytown Blobfish ice hockey team. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In the story of Elliot Mack, Quarterback, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as they follow Elliot, the new quarterback for the Baytown Blobfish. As the only girl on the team, she must learn how to navigate the field while also being a confident team player. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandpiper/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Able to Play shares the inspiring stories of four baseball players. Mordecai (Three Finger) Brown, Ron Santo, Jim Abbott, and Curtis Pride faced physical challenges other players did not have. With determination and guts, they didn't just overcome; they excelled. This book is a game-changing celebration of overcoming odds.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In the story of Riley Fetter, Star Setter, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as Riley learns to work together after a new kid joins her volleyball team. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media, a division of Carson Dellosa Education
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Diego plays baseball, but he sometimes has trouble focusing on the game. With a good teammate (and some luck!) he learns to keep his eye on the ball. In Diego Chase, Second Base, you'll be rooting for Diego as he learns about teamwork!"--provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media, a division of Carson Dellosa Education
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"At gymnastics practice, Omar tries hard and has fun. He worries that his friend's are better at cartwheels and handstands than he is. Omar gets a surprise when he learns there's a special move that his teammates want to learn from him!"--Back cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandpiper/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Baseball is a great sport, but not all players had the home life as kids that nurtured their talent. Babe Ruth, Jim Peirsall, Torii Hunter, Ron LeFlore, and Joe Torre dealt with poverty, abuse, and addiction when young, and had to turn their lives around to play the game they loved. A moving look at the lives of these four great players.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media, a division of Carson Dellosa Education
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Jayla loves to play soccer, but there's just one problem. Sometimes, she forgets the rules! Luckily, a teammate has a great idea that helps Jayla and the team, too!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"In the story of Jamie Short, King of the Court, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as Jamie shows off his skills on the Baytown Blobfish basketball team. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website.
15) Baseball heroes
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Presents the inspiring stories of baseball players who overcame obstacles in the course of their careers due to race, religion, ethnicity, or gender, including Jackie Robinson, Hank Greenburg, Fernando Valenzuela, and Ila Borders.
16) Against all odds
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Profiles athletes and teams that either fell far, far behind or made a terrible mistake, but refused to give up or quit.
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