Marylou Morano Kjelle
2) Sam Darnold
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Sam Darnold was born into a family that loves sports, and Sam began playing football when he was just six years old. He shattered records and gained recognition as a quarterback at both San Clemente High School and the University of Southern California. But Sam had always dreamed of "going pro" and playing for an NFL team. When the New York Jets drafted him at number 3 in the first round of the 2018 draft, Sam's dream came true. Now Sam is working...
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When he was just 3 years old, Saquon Barkley told his father that one day he would be an NFL football player. Fast forward 18 years, and Barkley is drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft. He has been called one of the most promising running backs in modern football history. But Barkley is more than just football. He is a devoted father, a loving son, and a kind person. In both football as well as life, Saquon Barkley...
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The Quarter Horse is a fast horse that got its name in the 17th Century by running races over courses that were just a quarter mile long. Later, the Quarter Horse took on a new role as a stock horse, helping ranchers settle the Western sections of the United States. Its ability to anticipate the movements of a cow made the Quarter Horse a natural at herding cattle. There's much more information about the Quarter Horse inside this book. Open it and...
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The Quest to End World Hunger explores the crisis of world hunger and the people and organizations that are working to eliminate the problem. This title also focuses on people who have been helped, the progress that has already been made, and the challenges still left to be met. The young reader analyzes the stories and develops his or her own opinion of what can be done to solve the world hunger crisis. The book has been developed to address many...
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This contemporary title explores line dances around the world in today s health-oriented world. The young reader is exposed to the health and fitness perspective of line dancing, and is encouraged to draw conclusions as to the appropriateness of the activity in his or her life. A variety of line dances, including the Electric Slide, the Cupid Shuffle, the Macarena, and the Wobble are presented, along with the history and origin of line dancing. Safety...
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On a September morning in 1814, an eyewitness to the British bombing of Fort McHenry scribbled a poem about the American flag on the back of an envelope. The sight of the flag waving through the battle told this poet and lawyer that the Americans were holding strong. Francis Scott Key put the pride he felt into the words of this poem, which later became The Star-Spangled Banner. Today most Americans know Key s words and sing them as their national...
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With its colorful coat patterns and markings, the American Paint Horse stands apart from other American horse breeds. Once worshipped by Native Americans for having magical powers, Paints are now used for both ranch work and entertainment. There's more interesting information about the American Paint Horse inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse with "the broken colored coat."
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The Arabian Horse, bred in the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. With its high tail, silky mane, and solid coat color, the Arabian Horse is also the most beautiful. There are more interesting facts about the Arabian Horse inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse that is famous for its "floating trot."
10) Josh Wolff
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Josh Wolff was only five years old when he began running around and kicking a soccer ball. He didn't even know how to play the game! By the time he entered Parkview High School in Stone Mountain, Georgia, Josh was already making a name for himself in the world of soccer. With college came more soccer honors and a chance to play with the Chicago Fire. He became a three-team player, playing for the Kansas City Wizards, the U.S. Men's National Team,...
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When U.S. Soccer promised FIFA it would create a professional men's soccer league in return for hosting the 1994 World Cup, Major League Soccer was born. Ten teams were part of the original MLS, and Sporting Kansas City, known then as the Kansas City Wiz, was one of them. The club has had its ups and downs over the years, yet this team of two cities has proven victorious time and time again by winning the U.S. Open Cup three times, the MLS Cup twice...
12) Miniature Horse
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Miniature Horses are often mistaken for ponies, but they are full grown horses. Standing no taller than 34 inches (86 cm) tall, the Miniature Horse resembles a large dog! Its small size and easygoing nature make this horse a popular choice for both pet and service animal. There's much more information about Miniature Horses inside this book. Open it to learn all about "the Mini toy horse."
13) Appaloosa Horse
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Like the Native American tribe that first used this breed, the Appaloosa is a part of American History. Its spotted coat and thin tail and mane give the Appaloosa a look of its own and also protect it from prey and other dangers. There's more interesting information about the Appaloosa inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse that was named after the Palouse River in Oregon.
14) Thoroughbred
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The Thoroughbred is best known for its performance on the racetrack. Thoroughbreds begin racing when they are two years old. The Thoroughbred's large, deep chest and muscular hindquarters make it fast and powerful. There's more interesting information about the Thoroughbred inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse called "the fastest horse in the world."
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Steve Jobs revolutionized the personal computer and buying and downloading music. Learn more about Jobs, Macintosh, and Apple with this title. Primary sources with accompanying questions, multiple prompts, timeline, index, and glossary also included. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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The Tennessee Walking Horse breed was first created for plantation and farm work. But its unique style of walking-called the running gait-also makes the Tennessee Walker a good horse to ride for pleasure outings. This gentle horse also performs in horse shows. There's a lot more information about the Tennessee Walking Horse inside this book. Open it and learn all about the horse that is well-known for its unique style of walking.
17) Morgan Horse
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The Morgan Horse is a true American horse. All Morgan Horses trace their ancestry to Justin Morgan, a Morgan born in the United States just six years after the American Revolutionary War was over. Known for their strength and endurance, Morgan Horses were used to carry riders for the Pony Express and as cavalry mounts for both sides in the Civil War. There's a lot more to learn about the Morgan Horse. Open this book and read all about one of America's...
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Sailing down railings... Soaring over obstacles… Spinning off ledges. The extreme sport of street skateboarding can at times seem like flying, and no one takes street skateboarding to the extreme like Paul Rodriguez Jr. From the time he was a young boy, Paul had one goal in mind: to be the best street skateboarder in the world. His first challenge was convincing his father, Latino comedian Paul Rodriguez Sr., that street skateboarding is his life....
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Working out and staying fit is easy when you make hip-hop dance your fitness routine. Hip-hop dance started out as b-boying, but today it’s more than backspins and six-steps; it’s a complete body workout. In addition to the physical benefits, hip-hop dance relieves stress, increases self-confidence, and provides a positive outlet for self-expression. Trends in Hip-Hop Dance takes the reader on a forty-year journey that starts with the birth of...