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Strike Out the Side

Brandon Terrell (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621430926

Logan Parrish has a great fastball. Unfortunately, it’s the only pitch in his arsenal, and hitters are starting to figure him out. After a devastating loss, Logan visits Sal’s Used Sporting Goods, and its friendly owner introduces him to an ex-minor league pitcher who might be able to teach Logan a few tricks. But will they be enough to help Logan in the big game?

Fitness Crash

Mari Kesselring (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781621430834

After a bad first soccer practice, Bridget feels pressured to get in better shape. She hopes a new fitness gadget will help her reach her fitness goals. Instead, it leads to a fierce competition, and it affects a friendship. Is Bridget’s latest tech passion pushing her too far?

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.

Basketball's Great Players

Megan Cooley Peterson (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680720778

Compares and contrasts some of basketball's most popular players from past to present through engaging text and dynamic infographics, charts, timelines, photos and strong reading level control.

Albert Pujols

Josh Leventhal (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680721195

Explores the baseball career of Albert Pujols and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players: With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text.

Felix Hernandez

Josh Leventhal (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680721171

Explores the baseball career of Felix Hernandez and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players: With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text.

Nelson Cruz

Josh Leventhal (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680721164

Explores the baseball career of Nelson Cruz and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players: With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text.

Jose Altuve

Josh Leventhal (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680721140

Explores the baseball career of Jose Altuve and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players: With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text.

Miguel Cabrera

Josh Leventhal (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680721157

Explores the baseball career of Miguel Cabrera and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players: With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text.

Kansas City Chiefs

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626173705

Lamar Hunt, founder of the American Football League, was the first owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, previously known as the Dallas Texans. For the sake of the league, he moved the team to Kansas City in 1963 where the franchise has remained ever since. After a successful start followed by an unfortunate period of loses, the Chiefs are striving to reach the top again. Read about the Chiefs’ journey in this title for young learners.

Atlanta Falcons

Larry Mack (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626173569

When an NFL franchise was bought for Atlanta in 1965), Georgians were called upon to name the team. A teacher from the city of Griffin suggested “Falcons.” The birds of prey are proud, brave, and strong with a great sporting tradition. See if the Falcons live up to their name in this high-low read!

Gang Tackle

Eric Howling (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459812260

After budget cuts force the Southside Saints football team to disband, Jamal and his friends have to settle for playing pickup on the hardscrabble field behind their high school. Then the president of a sporting-goods company offers to donate $20,000 worth of equipment to the team. There's only one catch: he wants to be the coach. Thrilled to have a real team together, the players turn a blind eye to Coach Fort's racism, bullying and discrimination. Until he takes it too far. Now its up to Jamal and his teammates to take back their team and show what they're made of.

Buffalo Bills

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626173583

With four consecutive appearances at the Super Bowl from 1991-1994, the Buffalo Bills set a record that’s difficult to beat! Although they lost each Super Bowl game they played, the team continues to push forward to work their way back to the top. Learn about the Bills’ highlights and heartbreaks in this read about a team that knows giving up is not an option.

Kings of the Court

Alison Hughes (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459812208

When the Gladiators basketball team's nasty coach finally gets turfed midseason, things couldn't possibly get worse. The team hasn't won a game yet, and morale is at rock bottom. Sameer, who announces the games and keeps score, and Vijay, the team mascot, have their hands full keeping the team's spirits up. When they get promoted to assistant coach and manager, can they help a small, unathletic, Shakespeare-quoting drama teacher coach the team to victory, or at least to dignity? Or will the courtside drama eclipse even the school play?

Jacksonville Jaguars

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781626173699

After much anticipation, the Jacksonville Jaguars became an official team in 1993. A pre-season game against the Carolina Panthers demonstrated that they were ready for the big league. Appearing in multiple conference championships, the Jaguars have been successful considering their short time on the charts. Beginning readers will understand the importance of hard work and dedication in this title!

Skate Freak

Lesley Choyce (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781554690442

Dorf is all about skateboarding and so far that's worked out fine. But now that he's in a new city, the terrain has changed. He's no longer free to skateboard where he wishes, school is more difficult, and his passion for skateboarding garners him the nickname and reputation of a freak. With daring stunts he gains the grudging respect of local troublemakers, but he needs to tap into another kind of courage to effect real change.

Soccer Sabotage: A Graphic Guide Adventure

Liam O'Donnell (author), Michael Deas (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781551438863

Nadia is playing for her local soccer team, and they have made it all the way to the national tournament - against some very determined opposition. Unfortunately, Nadia's challenges don't just come from her opponents but from her teammates as well. After their coach is injured in a suspicious accident and the threats against the team mount, it is up to Nadia and her younger brother Devin to pull the team together and take a run at the championship.

Skateboarding

Ray McClellan

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781600144622

In the 1950s, Californians invented skateboarding so they could surf on land. Roller skate wheels were attached to flat boards. Young readers will learn all about the sport of skateboarding, from the equipment required to its evolution into an extreme sport. Blastoff! Series