Author : Adam Augustyn Assistant Manager and Assistant Editor, Literature
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 45,3 MB
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1615305289
Presents the history of basketball, describes the rules of the game, and profiles notable players throughout history.
Author : Britannica Educational Publishing
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 49,34 MB
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 161530570X
Integral to the consciousness of the American people, the sport of baseball has become a steadfast institution in a nation whose identity is constantly evolving. Although the game has undergone its own share of changes since it first took center stage, baseball has maintained an unwavering devotion among fans and players alike. This comprehensive volume details the rules of baseball, introduces some of its key personalities, and examines the historical role of the game as it changed both the recreational and social landscapes of the country.
Author : Barry Mableton
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 31,64 MB
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1508170355
In 1972, equality of the sexes took a major step forward with the enactment of Title IX, which said that young women could not be excluded from playing their favorite sports in school. By 1976, women's basketball was an Olympic sport and well en route to becoming one of the most popular women's sports. This book introduces all the tips, tricks, and courtside lingo of basketball to active middle school-aged girls. The rules of the game are covered, as are the drills, nutrition essentials, and health regimens that will turn any devoted athlete into a star on the court.
Author : John M. Shea
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 46,61 MB
Release : 2013-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1448894212
From the early years at Archbold Gymnasium to today's record-breaking crowds at the Carrier Dome, readers learn the rich history of the Syracuse Orange, the fifth winningest Division I men's basketball program. Early chapters trace the team from its founding in 1901 to its emergence onto the national scene in the 1960s, led by Hall of Famer Dave Bing and his teammate and future coach Jim Boeheim. Since 1976, Coach Boeheim has led Syracuse to multiple NCAA appearances, including a national championship. Later chapters follow the team through its membership in the Big East from 1979 to 2013, when it left to join the ACC.
Author : Tracy N. Maurer
Publisher : Britannica Digital Learning
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 38,83 MB
Release : 2013-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1615357629
Young readers will learn about basketball through simple sentences and highly supportive pictures.
Author : Adam Augustyn Assistant Manager and Assistant Editor, Literature
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 14,10 MB
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1615305246
Presents the history of football, describes the rules of the game, and profiles notable players and coaches from the National Football League throughout history.
Author : Justine Ciovacco
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 20,70 MB
Release : 2015-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1680481053
Details of James's life as a young man struggling in his home life to his rise to fame and fortune on the basketball court are illustrated in full-color photos in this biography. Fans get an inside look into the events that made him a star, how he keeps himself grounded amid media attention, and the sometimes negative fan reactions to his decisions. This glimpse of the person behind the athlete reveals a person dedicated to programs that benefit children who, like him, may have had a rough start in life, actions that make him a legend both on and off the court.
Author : Adam Augustyn Assistant Manager and Assistant Editor, Literature
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 10,24 MB
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1615305327
Presents the history of soccer, discusses its significance as a worldwide sport, and profiles notable professional soccer players throughout history and today.
Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 882 pages
File Size : 10,14 MB
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1615356185
The Britannica Book of the Year 2012 provides a valuable viewpoint of the people and events that shaped the year and serves as a great reference source for the latest news on the ever changing populations, governments, and economies throughout the world. It is an accurate and comprehensive reference that you will reach for again and again.
Author : Marne Ventura
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 36,87 MB
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1510760482
Get your sports-loving kid excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math By integrating the thrill of learning into the context of basketball, Learning STEM from Basketball presents an educational slam dunk. Unleash the inner scientist, engineer, and mathematician in your child as they learn that sports and STEM aren't so separate after all. You'll both love finding out the answers to questions such as: Why does a basketball bounce? What's a shot clock? Why does a basketball rim have a net? What's the math behind a free throw? And so much more! This easy-to-follow introduction to STEM topics sets kids up to make connections across subjects, discover new facts about basketball, and grow curious about academic fields!
