Ryan Nagelhout
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"Why does a curveball curve? Why is it sometimes better to slide into a base than to run to it? How can baseball players avoid common injuries? As readers discover the science behind baseball, they find the answers to these and many more questions about the sport thats often called Americas pastime. Fun fact boxes, informative sidebars, and action-packed photographs give readers an exciting look at the way common areas of science are applied in baseball...
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Whether young athletes aspire to be football, basketball, soccer, baseball, or some other kind of sports star, this guide to all things athletic can give them a true picture of the life of a superstar athlete. It s not all autographs and interviews! Long hours of training and even study take place off the field, often for years. This engaging volume offers plenty of advice some from renowned athletes themselves about how to avoid injury, hone your...
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The sights and sounds of ice hockey are unlike any other sport. From the playing surface to the big cheers from a goal, hockey is an easy sport to fall in love with. In this exhilarating book presented in Latin American Spanish and English, readers will establish first concepts while exploring the world of ice hockey. From the pucks and sticks a player needs to play and the teamwork it takes to win, readers will fall for the fast pace of the game...
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Gymnastics are a great way for kids to get active at an early age. The rolling, tumbling, and flipping in a safe environment can one day lead to big moves and exciting Olympic performances. Starting small, though, is a great way to build both reading and gymnastic skills and establish the foundation for future greatness. Early readers get an inside look at the gymnastics studio, building strength and learning new moves while also learning about mat...
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Football is the most popular sport in America, and this first look at the sport shows why. Early readers will be taken into the huddle and into the end zone while developing basic literacy skills and a foundation for future reading success. From running to passing and big plays on defense, readers will learn the ins and outs of life on the gridiron in this book presented in standard Latin American Spanish and English.
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Odell Beckham Jr. has put together some remarkable numbers to start his National Football League (NFL) career. The son of two Louisiana State University athletes, Beckham's athletic abilities and hard work on the football field have translated into enormous success. From his unbelievable catches to big time showdowns against some of the NFL's best defenders, Beckham has made a name for himself with the New York Giants. This biography explores the...
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Natural gas may heat our homes and help us cook, but rarely do people consider where it comes from-or even what it's made of. Incredibly, this gaseous mix of mostly methane and ethane didn't become a major source of the world's energy until the 1960s. It was thought to be an inconsequential by-product of oil production. There's much to learn about natural gas in this beneficial book, which focuses on how the gas is formed as well as examines how it's...
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Native people have been living around the Great Lakes for thousands of years. As European settlers arrived, they soon learned that the land around the Great Lakes was an ideal place to settle. Readers learn the history of Great Lakes settlement and much more. Full-color photographs showcase the lakes' beauty, while social studies content introduces the many cities in the region. From the mammoth metropolis Toronto, Ontario, to the struggling cities...
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Football is the most popular sport in America, and this first look at the sport shows why. Early readers will be, taken into the huddle and into the end zone while developing basic literacy skills and a foundation for future reading success. From running to passing and big plays on defense, readers will learn the ins and outs of life on the gridiron.
10) Fighting Robots
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These robots are built for the fight. This volume introduces readers to the latest technology behind robots that are armored and armed to battle each other. Readers learn how fighting machines work, as well as the ways they differ from one another and how they use their specific weapons and features to win the battle. Building battling robots has become an exciting and educational activity for science-minded people-including young scientists! This...
11) Clownfish
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The bright and colorful clownfish lives an exciting life in the coral reef. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the world clownfish call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these stunning animals survive under the sea.
12) Big Bison
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Bison are huge animals, but that doesn't mean they are slow! Some bison run up to 40 miles per hour, and with sharp horns on their head they can be dangerous, too. Filled with full-color photographs and accessible text, early readers will be fascinated by the lives and habits of a bison herd. Facts and figures will captivate even the most reluctant of readers, as they discover where bison live, what they eat, and the special term for a female bison...
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A great big grizzly is much different than your ordinary teddy bear! Grizzlies are huge and hungry. With the help of full-color photographs and easy-to-read text presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish, early readers will be fascinated by the lives of these big bears, and will discover what they like to eat and what they like to do in winter when the weather gets cold. Accessible text gives early learners plenty of facts about...
14) Sea Stars
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A sea star is one of the most durable creatures in the world. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the wet world these curious creatures call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these stunning animals survive under the waves.
15) Huge Hippos
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Hippos love to lie in the water, and they lounge for hours at a time! Through easy-to-read text and vivid full-color photographs, early readers will learn why these huge animals love to lounge, as well as why they hunt at night, and just how much food can fill their big bellies! Accessible text offers facts that highlight early life science concepts for beginning readers, and makes learning about these great big animals fun and educational. A picture...
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A sea star is one of the most durable creatures in the world. Through the use of accessible text presented in both English and standard Latin-American Spanish, readers take an exciting look at the wet world these curious creatures call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these stunning animals survive under the waves.
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Sharks are famous for their bite, but there's plenty of variety in these dangerous creatures. Through the use of accessible text presented in both English and standard Latin-American Spanish, readers take an exciting look at the wet world these toothy creatures call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs show how these stunning animals make a home under the waves.
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Gymnastics are a great way for kids to get active at an early age. The rolling, tumbling, and flipping in a safe environment can one day lead to big moves and exciting Olympic performances. Starting small, though, is a great way to build both reading and gymnastic skills and establish the foundation for future greatness. Early readers get an inside look at the gymnastics studio, building strength and learning new moves while also learning about mat...
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Why are elephants' ears so big? Early readers will learn that and more in this exciting first concepts book filled with fun information and full-color photographs. Through easy-to-read text, readers will discover the difference between African and Asian elephants, and what they, do with their large trunks. The biggest land animals on Earth will captivate even the most reluctant of readers as they come along on this exciting elephant adventure!
20) Abby Wambach
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Abby Wambach is the all-time greatest American women's soccer player in history. This book explores the life of a World Cup champion as well as her record-setting international career. From a youth soccer standout in Rochester, New York, to an international soccer icon, Wambach has amazed soccer fans for years with her signature headers and leadership on the US Women's National Team. From Olympic gold to World Cup glory, Wambach's career has seen...