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The World Cup is soccer's greatest event. And no country has been more successful at it than Brazil. The team has won a record five World Cup titles since the event started in 1930. From most goals scored to number of championships, the soccer records offered in this title are sure to impress!
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Swish! Stephen Curry has just made a record-breaking 3-point shot. This moment cements his place as a basketball legend! Unbelievable basketball records are on display in this exciting title for young readers. The book explores favorite teams and players who dribbled their way into stardom by scoring points, making passes, and more!
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To be in Motocross racing demands endurance and strength. The best athletes go through intense fitness training, follow demanding diets, and practice their skills regularly. All of their efforts are put to the test on race day. Read on to learn about the motocross lifestyle in this informative title for reluctant readers.
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A sport created with racing in mind evolved into what we now know as BMX freestyle. Now more durable and sturdy, these bikes can support an ambitious biker. With spinning handlebars and pegs for fancy footwork, these athletes will surely impress. Ride along in this active title for reluctant readers.
8) BMX Racing
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Practice makes perfect when it comes to BMX racing. The more times you practice your gates, peddling intervals, and turns, the better racer you will be. Polishing all of these skills will help you climb to the top of the race series. Enjoy learning what it takes to be a BMX racer in this beginner book.
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This action-packed sport allows for creativity and skill to come together. Motocross freestyle focuses on the style of these athletes and what they can achieve while flying through the air. Whether it's superman grabs or backflips, these riders are true athletes. Struggling readers will take their hands off the brakes in this adrenaline-pumping title!
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Grab your board and hit the streets! This sport requires little equipment other than what is naturally provided from block to block. Street style skaters grind rails and ledges, and jump over stairs and other obstacles. Get ready to soar through the city in this fun title for beginner readers.
11) Olympic Records
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Usain Bolt sprints past the competition at the 2012 Olympic Games. As he crosses the finish line, the world's fastest human sets a new Olympic record! Bolt's accomplishment is one of many incredible athletic feats highlighted in this informative book about Olympic records.
12) Serena Williams
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Serena Williams is one of the greatest tennis players of all time. In this high-low title, reluctant readers will learn about Serena's rise to stardom and reign at the top. Lively photos and engaging text bring Serena's career to life for readers to experience. Special features include a timeline of her career, a list of her biggest achievements, her favorite things, and more!
13) Basketball
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Basketball is a popular sport all around the world! From pick-up games in parks to showcased competitions under bright lights, the sport can be played by anyone with a ball and a hoop. This title brings the basics of the game to young readers through leveled text, while relevant photos with labels reinforce what they are reading. A champion spotlight highlights a top player while a sidebar introduces the different scoring lines. Readers will be ready...
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A perfect season is rare, but the Miami Dolphins did just that in 1972 ending with a Super Bowl VII win! Their name comes from the courage, intelligence, and swiftness of bottlenose dolphins. The Dolphins tackle, dive, and speed down the field at privately-owned Sun Life Stadium. Take a seat and learn more about the Miami Dolphins in this title for struggling readers.
15) Soccer
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Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world! People of all ages play in backyards, parks, streets, and fields. Readers will learn the basic rules of the game in this introductory title. Colorful photos capture the fun of the game, while labels provide readers with a visual representation of the text. Sidebars introduce the soccer field and highlight a champion player. Readers will be ready to score some goals with the help of this book about...
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"The Greatest Game Ever Played" was in 1958 between the Indianapolis Colts and the New York Giants. This match is said to have popularized professional football! With Hall of Famers Johnny Unitas, Jim Parker, Raymond Berry, and Lenny Moore, the Colts beat the Giants 23-17. Today, the Colts play at Lucas Oil Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility with a retractable roof. Readers can learn more fun facts about the Colts' history in this title packed with...
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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!
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As the oldest operating football team, the Cardinals have been around for a long time! The football franchise has city-hopped from Chicago to St. Louis, and finally, to Phoenix. No matter their hometown, the team has always sported "Cardinal red" uniforms and lasting determination. Understand how history has unfolded for the Arizona Cardinals in this book for young readers.
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Perhaps one of the greatest games that grew professional football fandom was between the New York Jets and the highly-favored Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III. As the underdogs, the Jets won 16-7, shocking viewers across the country. Get the full scoop on the New York Jets in this engaging book for struggling readers.
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With sixteen seconds left and the Titans down 15-16, many fans thought the 1999 game against Buffalo was over. Suddenly, after a short kickoff, Frank Wycheck passed the ball to Kevin Dyson who sprinted down the line and scored a 75-yard touchdown! Having taken place in Nashville, this play was coined the "Music City Miracle." Check out the Tennessee Titans' heart-racing games in this exciting title.
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