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Tom Daley
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Guy Adams; Illustrated by Sarah Papworth
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Tom Daley: diver, sporting legend, Olympian. Dive into the world of
sports with of one of the greatest athletes of all time, Tom Daley.
A Life Story: this exciting series throws the reader directly into
the lives of modern society's most influential figures. With
stunning black-and-white illustrations throughout, along with
timelines and fun facts. Also in the series: Katherine Johnson: A
Life Story Stephen Hawking: A Life Story Rosalind Franklin: A Life
Story David Attenborough: A Life Story Captain Tom Moore: A Life
Story Kamala Harris: A Life Story
From Olympic gold medal winner Mo Farah and bestselling author Kes
Gray, comes a fun fiction series which will get kids reading, and
running too!Mo and his friends are running together in the local
park. Then Mo suggests they run backwards for fun. But what they
hadn't bargained for was running back in TIME. There are DINOSAURS
everywhere ... and they are hungry. Luckily Mo and his friends are
wearing good trainers for running and finding places to hide. It's
a good job they like running! Follow Mo on his madcap adventures as
his running skills go from strength to strength.
Follow your dreams, work hard and stay positive to make the impossible possible! In Twinning It!, globally popular acrobatic duo and Youtube sensations Sam and Teagan Rybka share their life story to date, as well as lots of tips and advice for balancing family and friends with fitness goals, fashion, beauty and fun. Learn to navigate social media, feel confident in the skin you're in and realise that the highs and lows are all just part of growing up. Teaching dance by day and making Youtube videos by night for their 5 million-plus followers, the Rybka twins share their formula for success in dance, acro and life, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at their appearances on Australia's Got Talent and Dance Moms, and never-before-seen photos of acrobatic poses taken on stunning beaches, bringing their Aussie way of life and sunny attitude to the world.
Read all about superstar tennis champion, Emma Raducanu! The
incredible winner of the 2021 US Open has shot to fame and straight
into the hearts of the world. Emerging as one of the most
influential young sports stars not just for her own generation, but
for decades, her rise has been meteoric. This former Wimbledon
wildcard has the whole planet talking about her as the first
British female player to win a Grand Slam title in over 40 years -
all without dropping a single set. Emma Raducanu, A Life Story is
the perfect way to discover the fascinating facts and inspirational
moments from the life of this young star. A Life Story: this
gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern
society's most influential figures. With striking black-and-white
illustration along with timelines and fun facts. Also in the
series: Katherine Johnson: A Life Story Stephen Hawking: A Life
Story Alan Turing: A Life Story Rosalind Franklin: A Life Story
David Attenborough: A Life Story Serena Williams: A Life Story
Captain Tom Moore: A Life Story
Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians.
Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.
With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.
Bring history home with you and meet some of the world's greatest
game changers! Get inspired by the true story of the most
award-winning American gymnast. This biography series is for kids
who loved Who Was? and are ready for the next level. In August
2016, American gymnast Simone Biles won four Olympic gold medals!
Her irresistible smile, fierce determination, and unbeatable
strength have made her a favorite around the world. Find out how
the girl who taught herself to flip on her backyard trampoline
blazed a trail in gymnastics. Trailblazers is a biography series
that celebrates the lives of amazing pioneers, past and present,
from all over the world. Get inspired by more Trailblazers: Neil
Armstrong, Jackie Robinson, Jane Goodall, Harriet Tubman, Albert
Einstein, Beyonce, and Simone Biles. What kind of trail will you
blaze?
The inspiring autobiography from Gabrielle Douglas-the first
African-American gymnast in Olympic history to become the
individual All-Around champion-revealing her journey from the time
she first entered a gym to her gold-medal-winning performances. In
the 2012 London Olympics, US gymnast Gabrielle Douglas stole hearts
and flew high as the All-Around Gold Medal winner and the brightest
star of the US gold-medal-winning women's gymnastics team. That
same year, Gabrielle was also named the 2012 Sportswoman of the
Year by the Women's Sports Foundation. In this personal
autobiography, Grace, Gold, and Glory My Leap of Faith, Gabrielle
tells her story of faith, perseverance, and determination. Walk
with Gabby Douglas through her journey of faith and what her family
overcame, from the time she first entered a gymnasium to her
gold-medal-winning performances, demonstrating to readers ages 13
and up that they can reach their dreams when they let themselves
soar. Grace, Gold, and Glory My Leap of Faith: Is the official
autobiography of renowned US gymnast Gabrielle Douglas Chronicles
Gabrielle's journey from her first practice to becoming a 2012
gold-winning US gymnast Celebrates Gabrielle as the first
African-American gymnast in Olympic history to become the
individual All-Around champion, and the first American gymnast to
win gold in both the individual All-Around and team competitions at
the same Olympics. Is one of the most inspiring books on the market
today for reader ages 13 and up
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Ready Steady Mo!
(Paperback)
Mo Farah, Kes Gray; Illustrated by Marta Kissi
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From Olympic gold medal winner Mo Farah and bestselling author of
Oi Frog!, Kes Gray, comes a fun and action-packed picture book that
will get kids reading, and running too! So, what are you waiting
for? Warm up, do the MOBOT, and then ... Run on the pavement Run on
the grass Run in the playground Perhaps not in class! Follow Mo on
his madcap adventures as his running skills go from strength to
strength. The perfect book to share and read aloud. With vibrant
illustrations and a rhyming text. The nation watched with bated
breath as Mo Farah seized Olympic gold in the 10,000m and 5000m -
he's been a national treasure ever since. In this adventurous
picture book father of three, Mo Farah, combines two lifelong
passions - literacy and exercise. Children's books by Mo Farah:
Ready Steady Mo!, Go Mo Go: Monster Mountain Chase!, Go Mo Go:
Dinosaur Dash!, Go Mo Go: Seaside Sprint!
This title is suitable for ages 8-10. Beginning readers can
practice their reading skills with this 6-book set that introduces
some of the sports played during the Olympic Games. "The Easy
Olympic Sports Readers" are fun-to-read for primary grade children
and are highly motivational. These 16-page books are also filled
with exciting full colour photographs.
Learn about the record-breaking gymnastics career and inspiring
life of Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles in the Who HQ Now series
featuring newsmakers and trending topics. In 2021, Simone Biles
shocked the world when she pulled out of the Tokyo Olympic Games
after experiencing the "twisties" -- a scary feeling during which
gymnasts lose control of their bodies while mid-air. Audiences had
expected Simone to dominate these games. With seven Olympic medals,
twenty-five World Championships medals, and four gymnastic skills
named after her, she is considered to be the G.O.A.T. of women's
gymnastics. That summer, however, Simone became more than just a
legendary athlete. She became an advocate for mental health and
protecting yourself even when the world is watching.
Running can shape a young athlete in healthy, positive ways for the
rest of her life. Girls Running offers the guidance and tools girls
need to thrive on their running journey, right from the start. With
straight talk on training, physiology, menstruation, sports
nutrition, a winning mindset, body image issues, gear,
team-building, and competition, Girls Running educates and empowers
young runners to achieve their potential and love running more.
Inspired by high-school phenom Melody Fairchild's groundbreaking
running journey, and with the coaching insight from Fairchild and
coauthor Elizabeth Carey, Girls Running is a valuable toolkit for
middle- and high-school runners. Backed by science, research, and
over 100,000 miles of experience, this resource answers the most
timely and sensitive questions that girls face when their bodies
change and the miles increase. Girls, parents, and coaches will see
ways to navigate puberty, mental health, eating disorders, and the
pressures of competitive running. Girls Running is a go-to guide
for everything girls need to know to run better-and love the
journey while doing it!
Bring the exciting world of gymnastics to life in scenes packed
full of cartwheels, costumes, handstands, splits, rolls and jumps.
Themes include classes and training sessions, learning new moves
and skills, competitions and shows. Children will have hours of fun
adding the vibrant stickers to the beautifully illustrated pages.
New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller! Now
in an expanded paperback edition with Laurie's training routine for
the Summer 2020 Olympics, her life as cohost of American Ninja
Warrior Junior, and more! Gold medal-winning Olympic gymnast and
Dancing with the Stars champion Laurie Hernandez shares her story
in her own words in this debut for fans of all ages--featuring
never-before-seen photos and brand-new content. At sixteen years
old, Laurie Hernandez has already made many of her dreams come
true--and yet it's only the beginning for this highly accomplished
athlete. A Latina Jersey girl, Laurie saw her life take a dramatic
turn in 2016 when she was chosen to be part of the US Olympic
gymnastics team. After winning gold in Rio as part of the Final
Five, Laurie also earned an individual silver medal for her
performance on the balance beam. She then danced her way into
everyone's hearts while competing on--and winning!--the hit reality
TV show Dancing with the Stars. Now Laurie is sharing the true
story of her path to Olympic gold and where her phenomenal talents
will take her next. From her loving family to her rigorous
training, from her career-threatening injuries to her road to
recovery, from her intense sacrifices to her amazing
triumphs--Laurie pulls back the curtain on her own life and reveals
exactly what it took to make her dreams come true. She will tell
you what it's like to be Laurie Hernandez; she will motivate you,
inspire you, and make you believe.
Have you ever wondered if a velociraptor could outsprint a motorcycle?
Get a front row seat to the challenge in Dinos vs Machines as 10
dinosaurs face off against 10 machines.
On the stats page, learn about the strengths and weaknesses of each
dinosaur and machine. Discover the pointy horns of the triceratops, the
scorching speeds of a motorcycle, the bat-like wings of the
pterodactyl, and the digging power of the bulldozer. Then, turn the
page to discover what a showdown between the two superstars would look
like. Written in engaging, sportscaster-style prose, each battle is
sure to get your heart pounding.
But pay attention: you decide the winner! Experts share their winners
at the back so that you can check your answers to find out if and why
you’re right…or wrong.
Showdowns include:
- Velociraptor vs motorcycle in an obstacle course race
- Argentinosaurus vs crane in a free throws shoot out
- Triceratops vs forklift in a wrestling match
- Spinosaurus vs tank in a demolition derby
- And more!
She can jump, twist and somersault better than anyone else on Earth
- this is the story of Simone Biles and her rise to the top of her
game. With more medals than any other American gymnast, Simone has
consistently wowed her audience, impressed the judges and won every
competition imaginable. This is the story of one of the most
skilled gymnasts of all time and her journey from her childhood
gymnastics club to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
'Falling off' is all part of life. The trick is to know how to dust yourself off, get back on, learn from your mistakes - and keep going!
Clare Balding, TV presenter, sportswoman and bestselling author has had some spectacular falls in her life - from being bullied at school and falling in with the wrong crowd, to last-minute hiccups and mistakes on live TV - so she knows what it takes to embrace your mistakes and move on from them!
With personal stories from Clare herself and from the lives of the people she most admires, children will discover how to develop courage in the face of tough situations. Find out how Charlotte Raubenheimer of South Africa completed a triathlon while in lockdown at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Marvel at the amazing story of US surfer Bethany Hamilton, who got back in the water just one month after she lost her arm in a shark attack, going on to win her first US national surfing competition two years later. Plus many more stories including that of Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, US soccer superstar Megan Rapinoe, Dutch inventor Boyan Slat and Swedish climate change activist Greta Thunberg.
With fun, quirky illustrations from Jess Holm, the 10 chapters of Fall Off, Get Back On, Keep Going explore 10 character-traits - RESILIENCE, PATIENCE, CONFIDENCE, COURAGE, FLEXIBILITY, CREATIVITY, SPEAKING OUT, MOTIVATION, KINDNESS and KEEPING GOING - that can help children to learn to embrace their mistakes, own them, and move on from them.
Dina Asher-Smith is the fastest British woman in recorded history,
an Olympic medallist and the 2019 World Champion at 200 metres. The
British sprint superstar was born in London and by the age of seven
she was already faster than any of her friends, and even her
teachers. Follow her inspirational story from her lunchtime running
club at primary school to the bright lights of the international
stage.
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