Wilma Rudolph wanted to run and jump like other children. But she had a serious disease that kept her leg from growing well. She did not give up and one day she became a big star winning Olympic gold medals.
Only a few countries were represented by athletes at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 in Athens. But now, more than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries compete in the Summer Olympic Games. These athletes compete in more than 300 events. The games showcase the strength and skills, stamina and endurance of amazing athletic teams from around the world.
At the first Winter Games in Chamonix, France only a few countries were represented by a dozen or more athletes. But now, about 3,000 athletes from nearly 100 countries compete in the Winter Olympic Games. These athletes compete in more than 100 events. The games showcase the strength and skills, stamina and endurance of amazing athletic teams from around the world.
The official first Paralympic Games were held in 1960 in Rome with 400 athletes competing from 23 countries. Then in 1976, the first Winter Paralympic Games were held in Sweden. The 2018 Games in PyeongChang were the biggest Winter games ever with over 500 athletes from nearly 50 countries. Like the Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games showcase super strength and stamina both individually and through teamwork.
Only a few countries were represented by athletes at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 in Athens. But now, more than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries compete in the Summer Olympic Games. These athletes compete in more than 300 events. The games showcase the strength and skills, stamina and endurance of amazing individual athletes from around the world.
From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will engage reluctant readers as they learn about the history and popularity of bicycles. Special features such as a map, timeline, and profile will further draw in readers to learn about this classic toy.
Skateboards are a favorite toy for people of all ages! Throughout this book, reluctant readers will learn about the story behind skateboards and how they have grown in popularity over the years. Engaging text and crisp images draw readers in, while special features showcase the origin of the toy, point out key events, compare different types of skateboards, and highlight a fun event related to skateboarding!
Start your engines! This beginning title takes young readers around the track as it introduces different kinds of race cars and the parts that make them fast! Easy-to-read text and fun photos offer support while features such as diagrams and a picture glossary reinforce content. Readers just starting out will want to race through this fun title!
The home team needs one more point to win the match! The ball is in play. Bump, set, spike! Young readers will learn the rules of the court in this low-level title about volleyball. Engaging text explains gameplay, while vivid photos provide visual reinforcement. Readers will dive even further into the sport through features including a champion profile, court diagram, and gear spotlight.
It’s the bottom of the seventh, and the bases are loaded. The score is tied. Who will win? Young readers will love this home run title about softball! Leveled text covers the rules of the game and the gear needed to make plays. A champion spotlight highlights a professional’s career, while a field diagram and gear feature visually reinforce the text. Step up to bat and into the pages of this fun and informative title!
It’s time to face off! With crosses in hand, the attackers battle for the ball. Young readers will experience the fast-paced sport of lacrosse in this action-packed title. Informative text and bright photos engage readers as they learn the basics of the game. A champion spotlight highlights an all-star’s accomplishments. A field diagram and gear feature provide visual support to the text.
Get ready to explore karate! Through leveled text, this title covers the practice of Kihon, Kata, and Kumite, defines the different forms, and highlights karate competition. Readers will find features that spotlight an accomplished athlete, common moves, and belt achievements. Learn the basics of this ancient martial art through this engaging title. Kiai!
Epic and exotic cars do more than roar down drag strips and speed through curves. They capture the imagination and interest of children everywhere and encourage them to race into reading. Through dynamic, action-packed imagery, labeled photos and other graphics, and engaging text, this series puts readers behind the wheel as it explorers the cars’ designs, technology, and evolution, leaving them racing for more.
In his first baseball game, Alex discovers he has a lot to learn - about the sport and about perserverence!
Sophie Bean is challenged by her twin older cousins, Ryan and Parker, to play ice hockey. Will she be able to ditch the double-bladed skates?
Sophie Bean cannot bear to spend another summer watching Ryan and Parker ride The Red Flyer Roller Coaster. Unfortunately, all she keeps hearing from Measuring Man is "TOO SMALL!" When will she be able to ride?
Matt and Uncle JT spend a fun day fishing. Will either of them catch the big one?
In his first baseball game, Alex discovers he has a lot to learn - about the sport and about perserverence!
When the whole family heads out for a day on the lake, who will make the biggest catch?
What's your favorite sport? In My Favorite Sport: Lacrosse, students will learn all about the growing sport of lacrosse. Each My Favorite Sport book includes engaging nonfiction text about the game, the field, the rules, the scoring, the equipment, and the skills needed to play the game.
What's your favorite sport? In My Favorite Sport: Softball, students will learn all about the great sport of softball. Each My Favorite Sport book includes engaging nonfiction text about the game, the field, the rules, the scoring, the equipment, and the skills needed to play the game.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Michael Jordan, the basketball legend, in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of former professional basketball player Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr. in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of NBA star Kobe Bryant and the legacy he left behind in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.
This title looks at the many fun winter adventures people can partake in, like building a snowman, sledding, and snowshoeing. The book is complete with big, bright photographs, a More Winter Adventures section, and a picture glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
