Children Outdoors

From the funny to the poignant, this book has been specifically curated with great soccer stories for children who are just embarking on their journey through this beautiful sport. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just enjoy a good story, The Most Amazing Soccer Stories—for Kids! is sure to keep both parents and children entertained.

Reggie has never felt destined for greatness. He dreams about basketball brilliance all day and night, but the hard truth is that he’s a benchwarmer for the West Bottom Badgers, the worst team in the league. Even their mysterious new coach, Rolabi Wizenard, can’t seem to help them end their losing streak. Reggie is willing to train tirelessly to improve his game, but the gym itself seems to be working against him in magical ways. Before Reggie can become the player he dreams of being, he must survive the extraordinary ordeals of practice.

For listeners of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Great Depression comes the astonishing tale of nine working-class boys from the American West who at the 1936 Olympics showed the world what true grit really meant. With rowers who were the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington’s eight-oar crew was never expected to defeat the elite East Coast teams, yet they did, going on to shock the world by challenging the German boat rowing for Adolf Hitler.

Ever wonder what it takes to be an uneven bars champion? Find out the tips and tricks to spinning, tucking, and sticking an uneven bars routine, as well as the legends that have shaped the sport into how we know it today.

In 1980 the Soviet Union had dominated the world of hockey for nearly 30 years. Nobody thought the USSR's hockey team could be beaten in the Winter Olympics. But US Hockey coach Herb Brooks didn't believe that. He pulled together a ragtag team of amateur hockey players and molded them into a team that could compete with the best teams in the world.

Leaps, turns, and handsprings are hard enough, but when a beam is added, difficulty is maximized. In this book, gymnasts will learn the best tips and tricks to conquering the balance beam.

Floor exercise requires a lot from a gymnast. You need artistry, precision, and skill. But the feeling you get when you stick a complicated tumbling pass makes all your hard work and dedication worth it. Learn everything you need to know to compete in floor exercise.

Brent Runyon's account of his attempted suicide has garnered critical accolades for its glimpse into adolescent depression and rare insight into the human condition. Fearing expulsion and parental disapproval after lighting a shirt on fire at his school, Brent goes home, soaks his bathrobe with gasoline, steps into his shower, and strikes a match. Suffering horrific burns, Brent faces a long, painful recovery - both mentally and physically.

She lost her arm in a shark attack and nearly died, but she never lost her faith. Now a major motion picture, Soul Surfer is the moving story of Bethany Hamilton’s triumphant return to competitive surfing and has continued to be a beacon of inspiration to all who hear it. They say Bethany Hamilton has saltwater in her veins. How else could one explain the passion that drives her to surf? Or that nothing - not even the loss of her arm - could come between her and the waves?

Troy White is a star quarterback who can predict a football play before it happens. Ty Lewis is the football hero - a wide receiver with exceptional speed, living in the shadow of his NFL superstar brother. Both boys are striving to win the 7-on-7 tournament that's being held at the Super Bowl in Miami, sure that they can claim victory for their team. From the moment the two football champs cross paths, Troy and Ty begin to size each other up.

What does it mean for players to be good sports? When some baseball players practice hard and try again, they learn the skills they need to win. Cheer them on when good sports don’t give up!

Explore the wheeled world of enduro! Listeners will learn about enduro styles, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this sport on wheels. Discover other extreme mountain biking and how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

Explore the wild world of creeking! Listeners will learn about creeking styles, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other paddle sports and how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

Hit a buzzer beater! Throw up a brick! Make it rain! Discover the meaning of these b-ball terms and more in Basketball Talk. This action-packed nonfiction book—created in partnership with Sports Illustrated Kids—presents wacky lingo and puzzling phrases from the game of basketball.

Gymnastics is amazing to watch! Kids can take part in the sport by learning about the skills, equipment, and the importance of good sportsmanship. They can even practice a basic skill to have more fun in the arena.

Provides a brief introduction to the game of hockey as intended to be played by children.

Get ready to amaze with these cheerleading skills and stunts. Learn basic arm positions, jumps, and tumbling moves. The tips throughout will give you all the information you need to put together a routine that will leave crowds amazed.

Baseball statistics come to life. Listeners won't look at mathematics in the same way again.

If I were a Major League baseball player, I would smack the ball out of the park! I would scoop up a grounder and throw out the runner. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a Major League baseball player.

A counting book featuring things found at a car race, from one black-and-white checkered flag to twelve reporters.