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Water Sports at the Paralympics

Matt Bowers (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518688

A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Paralympic swimming, canoe, and rowing events. Includes descriptions of each of these men's and women's water sports. Readers will be introduced to some rules and how they differ from their Olympic counterpart. Includes Q&A features, table of contents, photo captions, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Wheelchair Sports at the Paralympics

Matt Bowers (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518671

A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Paralympic basketball, tennis, rugby, and fencing events. Includes descriptions of each of these men's and women's wheelchair sports. Readers will be introduced to some rules and how they differ from their Olympic counterpart. Includes Q&A features, table of contents, photo captions, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Volleyball

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518664

This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of volleyball at the Olympics, including indoor and beach volleyball. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Track and Field

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518657

This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the track and field events featured at the Olympics, including running, jumping, and throwing events. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Swimming and Diving

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518640

This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the rules and types of swimming and diving events featured at the Olympics, including swimming races, diving, and artistic swimming (formerly synchronized swimming). Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Gymnastics

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681518633

This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of gymnastics featured at the Olympics, including artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.

Forgotten History of Everyday Inventions

Patricia Hutchison (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781632357052

Brings to light 12 forgotten everyday inventions including how pie tins inspired the ever-popular Frisbee; how an engineer's walk in the woods with his dog led to the creation of Velcro; how basketball was invented because young men at a YMCA were restless during a blizzard; and more The book features historic photos, interesting sidebars, and thought-provoking prompts.

Explore Nigeria: 12 Key Facts

Rosie Nanz (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781632356758

Highlights 12 facts about Nigeria including its history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, current events, what makes it unique, and more. Great for research, this book will foster a sense of curiousity and discovery in young readers as they take in the colorful spreads and read the engaging text with interesting sidebars.

The 12 Worst Tornadoes of All Time

Marcia Amidon Lusted (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781632356604

Presents readers with the 12 worst tornadoes of all time. Each chapter provides historical facts, the strenth of each tornado, and why they were the worst. Features full-color photos, compelling text with interesting facts, and a 'Staying Safe' section that covers safety procedures in the event of a tornado.

Chicago Bears

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514840

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Chicago Bears. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Indianapolis Colts

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514895

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Indianapolis Colts. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

New England Patriots

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514901

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the New England Patriots. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

New York Giants

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514918

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the New York Giants. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514925

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Dallas Cowboys

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514857

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Dallas Cowboys. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Denver Broncos

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514864

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Denver Broncos. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Green Bay Packers

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514871

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Green Bay Packers. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Houston Texans

M. K. Osborne (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514888

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Houston Texans. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

Seattle Seahawks

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781681514932

This photo-illustrated book will introduce young readers to the superstars of the Seattle Seahawks. Readers will learn about the team's history in the NFL, star players' accomplishments, and more. Includes fast facts and football words to know.

12 Reasons to Love the Atlanta Braves

Jonathan Kronstadt (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432593

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Atlanta Braves. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.

12 Reasons to Love the Baltimore Orioles

Bo Smolka (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432609

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Baltimore Orioles. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.

12 Reasons to Love the Boston Red Sox

Matt Tustison (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432616

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Boston Red Sox. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.

12 Reasons to Love the Chicago Cubs

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432623

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Chicago Cubs. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.

12 Reasons to Love the Detroit Tigers

David Aretha (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432630

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Detroit Tigers. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.

12 Reasons to Love the Los Angeles Dodgers

Marty Gitlin (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621432654

Explores some of the reasons why fans love the Los Angeles Dodgers. Each spread highlights a different fact, player, story, or tradition that helps define the team.