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Serena Williams is: A Grand Slam champion An activist An
inspiration Serena Williams began playing tennis when she was just
a child, and is now an Olympic champion who's won more Grand Slam
singles titles than anyone else. Throughout her life she's battled
many things, from life-threatening illnesses and sports injuries,
to sexism and racism in the tennis world. Now she's an icon in
sport, fashion and activism, an inspiration to every young person
who has dared to dream big. Explore other extraordinary lives: The
Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking The Extraordinary Life of
Michelle Obama The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson The
Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi The Extraordinary Life of Alan
Turing The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela The Extraordinary
Life of Greta Thunberg The Extraordinary Life of Amelia Earhart The
Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela
A riveting graphic novel that reminds us to never stop dreaming.
This honest, engrossing graphic memoir tells the story of
professional athlete and activist Akim Aliu's incredible life as a
hockey prodigy in Canada. Akim Aliu - also known as "Dreamer" - is
a Ukrainian-Nigerian-Canadian professional ice hockey player whose
career took him all around the world and who experienced systemic
racism at every turn. Dreamer tells Akim's incredible story, from
being the only Black child in his Ukrainian community, to his
family struggling to make ends meet while living in Toronto, to
confronting the racist violence he often experienced both on and
off the ice. "With honesty and courage, Akim Aliu's Dreamer will
inspire readers of all ages to move confidently in the direction of
their future." - Colin Kaepernick Full-colour illustration Sure to
inspire young readers everywhere Akim has partnered with the Time
to Dream Foundation and the Hockey Diversity Alliance to help their
mission to eradicate racism and intolerance in hockey Akim
continues to play hockey professionally in Europe
The series on Sport is one of the most unique among all the
categories. It gives ample knowledge on Football, Golf, Basketball,
Tennis and Cricket. Each book tells about the origin of the game,
its rules and the people who have excelled in each of them.
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The series on Sport is one of the most unique among all the
categories. It gives ample knowledge on Football, Golf, Basketball,
Tennis and Cricket. Each book tells about the origin of the game,
its rules and the people who have excelled in each of them.
Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is.
Temperature affects our lives - from the clothes we wear to the
activities we do. This engaging and entertaining title inspires a
solid understanding of this essential concept. Readers also
discover how a thermometer is used to measure temperature using
units called degrees.
From his days as the skinny kid on youth teams to his MVP season
with the Oklahoma City Thunder to his first NBA Championship with
the Golden State Warriors, Kevin Durant has been an electrifying
presence on the basketball court. With two Olympic gold medals,
four NBA scoring titles, and an NBA MVP Award, Kevin shows no sign
of slowing down. Through every triumph, Kevin has lived his life by
the motto "hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard,"
dedicating himself to becoming the best player on the court and
known for remaining humble and kind through it all. This
action-packed and comprehensive biography brings readers onto the
court to experience the biggest moments of Kevin Durant's
remarkable career, relays details of his life, and shows his
dedication to giving back to his community. Complete with stats and
photographs, this book makes the perfect gift for any young sports
fan.
With more Super Bowl appearances than any other player in NFL
history, Tom Brady is a sports icon on and off the field. From his
college days as a backup quarterback at University of Michigan to
his record-breaking fourteen winning seasons with the New England
Patriots, this new and comprehensive biography gives fans a
firsthand look at the lows and highs of the superstar's life and
career, complete with stats and photographs.
Offers readers a variety of activities they can do to get outside
in spring. Filled with fun facts about the season, bonus sidebar
activities, and a "Get Outside!" special feature, this book is sure
to inspire kids to explore the great outdoors.
Offers readers a variety of activities they can do to get outside
in summer. Filled with fun facts about the season, bonus sidebar
activities, and a "Get Outside!" special feature, this book is sure
to inspire kids to explore the great outdoors.
This volume is a practical guide to the Korean martial art of
Taekwondo written specifically for children and young adults. It
serves as both an introduction to the sport and as an accessory to
organized training.With easy-to-understand instructions and
excellent Manga-style illustrations, "Taekwondo Kids" will help all
abilities progress through the various stages of knowledge and
technique training to achieve advancement to the next belt
grade.This is a must-have volume for all kids and young adults with
an interest in this growing martial art.
Provides abundant photographs and detailed information describing how to ride a horse, from dress and equipment to jumping and competition.
Step outdoors with this book and wave goodbye to boredom! Open a bug hotel, read the night sky and go bird spotting, then learn to draw animals, write a nature poem, and do an outdoor quiz. With specially selected links to websites for even more fun outdoor activities. Wherever you are, wherever you go, there'll never be a dull moment again!
Get ready for a summer adventure with Bear Grylls.
Explore the great outdoors in the summertime. Learn how to stay hydrated and to protect yourself from the sun's rays. With recipes for campfire cooking, first aid tips for the hottest weather and tips on how to navigate using the stars on a clear night, this is the ultimate guide to summer survival.
After joining the school hurling team, Declan must find a way to
juggle training for this new sport and football at the same time.
When Smithgreen's goalkeeper gets injured, Declan convinces his
brother, Daniel, to take the spot. But their parents mustn't find
out, as a childhood illness means Daniel is forbidden from playing
sport. Declan struggles to hide the truth while competing in two
championships. Has he finally bitten off more than he can chew?
Over the Bar is book three in this fun, compelling series for
children who are fans of the GAA. 'Ideal for GAA-loving children
aged 9+.' Hogan Stand Magazine
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