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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Sports & outdoor recreation
As a child, Abby Wambach was loud and clear about what she wanted
and what she didn't, and she didn't want to be left out of any
competition - especially soccer. In this powerful biography,
readers will dance and dart down fields with Abby as she slingshots
- balls thwump... whiz... whoosh - straight into goals, sweating
and scoring her way from school league leader to U.S. Women's
National Team star. The story follows Abby through both success and
setbacks because while even pro athletes miss goals, face losses,
and can get injured, determined Abby has always been tougher than
her toughest challenge. Readers will cheer on this talented fan
favourite as she kicks the legendary U.S. Women's team toward
Olympic fame, while also being reminded that there's just as much
inspiration in Abby's struggles as in her victories.
A heartwarming picture book based on the incredible true story of
social media sensation and round-the-world-cyclist Dean Nicholson
and his trusty cat companion, Nala. When Dean Nicholson found an
abandoned kitten by the side of the road one day, he hadn't
bargained on the lessons he'd learn from his unlikely companion,
Nala. Both curious, independent, resilient and adventurous, they
were a perfect match - and so together, they set off to travel
around the world. This inspirational true story, with an underlying
message about loving and caring for animals, will show young
readers everywhere that you can find friendship in the most
unlikely places. With gorgeous illustrations from winner of the
Waterstones Gift of the Year, Frann Preston-Gannon, and also
featuring photos of Dean and Nala's real-world adventures. Dean and
Nala's story has become a social media and publishing phenomenon.
Dean's book for adults, Nala's World, spent two weeks on the Sunday
Times' bestseller list and has been translated into twenty-five
languages.
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Silva
(Paperback)
Matt & Tom Oldfield
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R153
Discovery Miles 1 530
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Ships in 3 - 5 working days
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Meet David Silva - Ultimate Football Hero. David Silva is Manchester City's greatest ever midfielder. As he played his way from the Spanish coast to the top of the Premier League, his silky skills earned him the nickname 'El Mago' - the magician.
Get inside the life and history of the most popular sporting event
in the world Whether you're a first-time fan or you've been
watching for years, this book is a mine of fascinating facts,
interesting insights and tremendous trivia into the world of the
football World Cup. It explores the tournament's history, its
biggest successes, controversies and flops and looks forward to the
2018 World Cup in Russia. The World Cup's top teams and players are
also profiled. A good introduction to the World Cup, suitable for
all fans, new and old ... plenty here for the most ardent fan, with
super action photos. - Parents In Touch
Get curious, get creative, get outside! Get close to nature with
this outdoor project book. This is the perfect gift for adventurous
children, as they play their way through 40 crafts and games to be
done outside. Inside the pages of this activity book for kids,
you'll discover: - More than 40 inspiring outdoor activities split
into four sections: adventure skills, nature detective, wild art,
and sensory games - Outdoor crafts that are explained clearly
through beautiful photography and step-by-step instructions -
Colourful and fun pages with illustrations mixed in throughout
about fun things to do in nature Nature is a destination, but you
don't have to travel anywhere to find it! Perfect for kids aged 5-7
years, this nature book includes heaps of ideas for outdoor fun
that can be done on-the-go, in your neighbourhood, or at your local
park. It's the ultimate way to keep even the tiniest of explorers
entertained for hours. From leading a friend on a journey to meet a
tree and building a twig raft to collecting leaves on a nature walk
and creating nature-inspired art, children will love discovering
the magic of nature. It's the perfect gift for adventurous kids who
love being outdoors and for parents looking for creative outdoor
projects and an escape from digital entertainment.
Meet Antoine Griezmann - Ultimate Football Hero
Leading the attack for France's golden generation is Antoine Griezmann - the golden boy. Antoine grew up in the heart of France, before his talent was quickly spotted by scouts who brought him to play in Spain. Ever since then, he has blazed a trail through the Spanish top division, La Liga, for Real Sociedad and then Atlético Madrid. This is the story of a speedy striker who chased his dream to the very top, when he fired France to World Cup glory in 2018.
Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life-stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to super-star professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
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!
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Rainy Days
(Hardcover)
Deborah Kerbel; Illustrated by Miki Sato
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R362
Discovery Miles 3 620
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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Sunny rain sparkling showers Water for our trees and flowers For
preschoolers, rainy weather is full of possibility. A puddle in the
back yard is just waiting for a stomp in rubber rain boots. A light
drizzle is perfect for a search-and-rescue mission for worms and
snails. And watching a heavy rainfall makes sitting inside with a
warm bowl of soup all the cozier. In Rainy Days, author Deborah
Kerbel once again captures the magic of early childhood awe and
wonder with rhyming couplets that celebrate every kind of rainy-day
activity. Illustrator Miki Sato's unique tactile collage art nearly
rises from the page with fascinating features made from paper,
felt, and embroidery silk. A final page includes enriching STEM
activities inquisitive little ones. Rainy Days is the fourth book
in the Weather Days collection that includes the
critically-acclaimed titles Snow Days, Sunny Days, and Windy Days.
Discover how a young boy born in Portugal with a passion for soccer
worked hard to become one of the most famous athletes of all time
in this exciting addition to the Who HQ Now series that features
newsmakers and trending topics. When he was just twelve years old,
Cristiano Ronaldo was recruited to play professional soccer for a
team in Portugal, 600 miles from his home on the island of Madeira,
a region of Portugal. For the next twenty-five years, Cristiano
would prove to the world that he is one of the greatest to ever
play the game. Author James Buckley Jr. takes readers through each
exciting moment--from his first championship with Manchester United
to each of his five Ballon D'or award-winning seasons. He has spent
his career playing for teams in Portugal, England, Spain, and
Italy. And he is the first player with league championships in
England, Spain, and Italy. Outside the world of soccer, Cristiano
Ronaldo is one of the most famous people in the world - a true
international superstar.
THE ESSENTIAL PIECE OF MEMORABILIA FOR EVERY YOUNG FAN AFTER
ENGLAND'S THRILLING GLORY AT THE WOMEN'S EURO 2022!! As the Women's
EURO 2022 kicks off in England, budding soccer fans have the
opportunity to follow the action closely with the UEFA Women's EURO
2022 Kids' Handbook. This fun-packed guide delivers a wealth of
football information in a compact and colourful format - ideal for
popping into a child's rucksack. Combining its winning mix of facts
about the star players and tournament history with on-the-page
puzzles and quizzes, this official book is guaranteed to appeal to
young football fans who want to be entertained and well informed.
Endorsement by UEFA guarantees the high quality of book, making it
an ideal gift for young football fans tuning into the top football
tournament in the summer of 2022.
Learn everything you need to know to survive in the great outdoors!
How cool would it be to know how to build a fire, build your own
shelter, find your food (and cook it too), and survive almost any
environment? Now you can learn all the basic bushcraft skills from
expert survivalist Dan Wowak. You'll learn how to build the perfect
fire, how to build all types of shelters, how to navigate your way
through all types of terrain, how to forage for food, how to
identify all types of plants and animals, and how to live the
bushcraft way of life. And the best thing of all? You'll have an
absolute blast doing it! Here's what you'll find inside: *
Step-by-step instructions for doing everything in the bush,
including fire building, shelter building, navigation, and more *
The basics of essential food finding using skills like trapping,
fishing, and foraging * Cool facts and fun project ideas that will
keep you safe and help you become a knowledgeable survival kid *
Outdoor tips and tricks that only the best survival experts know *
Tasty campfire recipes that will keep you satisfied and energized
as you navigate the great outdoors
Football fans love nothing more than to read about their favourite
teams. Although this book is aimed at young teenagers, they will
delight all ages with their mixture of funny and enlightening
stories and will give hours of pleasure discovering quirky facts
about your favourite team. Each title is also augmented with a
selection of sketches that depict some of the stories within.
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Gordon's Game
(Paperback)
Paul Howard, Gordon D'Arcy
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R286
R234
Discovery Miles 2 340
Save R52 (18%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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A rugby-mad boy. A huge game. And a chance for an epic win . . . or
an epic fail! Gordon D'Arcy is an ordinary boy, but he's not so
ordinary once he gets a rugby ball in his hands. He's the star
player for Wexford Wanderers and dreams of one day wearing the
Ireland jersey. A dream like that means hard work, raw talent and
never losing sight of your goals. But Gordon has a wild streak that
often lands him in trouble. Mum and Dad think that if he can just
channel his energy, all will be well. Then something utterly mad
happens and he gets a chance to live his biggest dream. Can he stay
on his game and do everyone proud? Or will trouble follow him . . .
like it usually does? Gordon's Game is a funny and inspiring
adventure for rugby lovers of all ages! 'A cracking read . . .
which will appeal to all the family' Irish Country Magazine
Football fans love nothing more than to read about their favourite
teams. Although this book is aimed at young teenagers, they will
delight all ages with their mixture of funny and enlightening
stories and will give hours of pleasure discovering quirky facts
about your favourite team. Each title is also augmented with a
selection of sketches that depict some of the stories within.
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