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Defying Gravity! Rock Climbing

Christine Dugan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433383205

Using their hands, feet, and determination, rock climbers defy gravity and conquer amazing challenges! Readers will learn about the important aspects a rock climber must go through to prepare for a climb--from choosing the right climbing equipment to mapping out a training schedule. This nonfiction title uses detailed images and informational text in conjunction with math skills and upper-level features such as chapter format, a glossary of terms, and an index to engage and intrigue readers about the world of rock climbing.

Final Lap! Go-Kart Racing

Christine Dugan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433383229

Go-Karts are a fun and thrilling way to hit the road! This exciting nonfiction title invites readers to explore different parts needed to build a go-kart, velocity, speed, and how to stay safe in this fun motorsport. Using detailed images, charts and diagrams, informational text, and interesting facts in conjunction with mathematic skills and upper-level features such as a glossary of terms, an index, and a chapter format, readers are sure to be engaged and excited from cover to cover!

Showdown: Players Around the World

Lesley Ward (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781425853419

What does it take to be an athlete, and how do athletes choose their sport? Some athletes compete because they like to win, and some play sports because they like to work with others on a team. Whether you're competing on a team or alone, there is a sport for everyone! Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader introduces students to different sports from around the world, and discusses what it takes to be an athlete. This high-interest title includes detailed photos, stimulating facts, and clear, informational text to engage students as they build their critical literacy skills. The book includes text features such as bold font, captions, a table of contents, a glossary, and sidebars to increase understanding, improve academic vocabulary, and prompt critical thinking.

The Science of a Spiral

Nel Yomtov (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627659

This book discusses the science behind various elements of football, particularly a spiral. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.

What Should I Do? On the Playground

Wil Mara (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800624

Playground safety rules are explained clearly, and readers are taught how to avoid dangerous equipment and irresponsible children as they play.

Tesla Model S

Julio Diaz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919416

The ground-breaking Tesla is feautured in this title with information on how it is changing the automobile world.

Ferrari Spider

Oswald James (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919423

This title gives the history of the one and only Ferrari Spider and how it has changed and evolved over the years.

Dodge Charger

Frank Grout (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919409

This title gives the history of the Dodge Charger and how it has changed and evolved over the years as one of America's favorite automobiles.

Chevy Corvette

Charles Piddock (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919379

This title gives the history of the famous Corvette and how it has improved and changed over the years.

Porsche 911

Charles Piddock (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919386

This title gives the history of the famous Porsche 911 and how it has evolved and changed throughout the years.

Ford Mustang

Charles Piddock (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919393

This title gives the history of the famous Ford Mustang and how it has changed and evolved throughout the years.

Supercars

Peter Bodensteiner (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720754

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title describes the history, features, and future of supercars.

Stock Cars

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720747

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title describes the history, features, and future of stock cars.

Indy Cars

Peter Bodensteiner (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720723

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title describes the history, features, and future of Indy cars.

Formula 1 Cars

Peter Bodensteiner (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720716

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and levelling control this high interest title describes the history, features, and future of Formula 1 cars.

Zebra Mussels

Scott Pearson (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720952

Through dynamic infographics, charts, up-close photos and strong reading level control this title explores the invasion of zebra mussels, including where they came from and their impact within biomes and food webs.

Snowboarding

Jim Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791534

Whether you like speeding down snowy slopes or doing jumps and other tricks, snowboarding may be the sport for you. Look inside to find out more about this fast-growing sport and how it can help you stay healthy for life.

Skateboarding

Jim Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791527

Whether you skateboard for transportation or like to hit the ramps at the local skateboard park, skateboarding is fun and can help you keep fit. Read this book to find out more about skateboarding and how it can help you stay healthy for life.

Running

Ellen Labrecque (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791565

You don't need a lot of expensive equipment to start running. With a good pair of shoes and a desire to challenge yourself physically, you can start running for fun and fitness. Look inside to learn more about how to start running and stay healthy for life.

The Science of a Sprint

Ellen Labrecque (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627666

This book discusses the science behind various elements of track and field, particularly sprinting. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.

The Science of a Triple Axel

Ellen Labrecque (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627673

This book discusses the science behind various elements of ice-skating, particularly a triple axel. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.

The Science of a Carve Turn

Nel Yomtov (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627604

This book discusses the science behind various elements of downhill skiing, particularly the carve turn. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.

The Science of a Cutback

Nel Yomtov (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627611

This book discusses the science behind various elements of surfing, particularly the cutback. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport..

The Science of a Fastball

Tamra B. Orr (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627628

This book discusses the science behind various elements of baseball, particularly a fastball. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.

The Science of a Flip Turn

Tamra B. Orr (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781633627635

This book discusses the science behind various elements of swimming, particularly a flip turn. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.