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A feast of football facts, plus everything you need to know about
action on the pitch and behind the scenes at the stadium. This book
is a visual guide to the world's most popular game. From the rules
of the game to the top tournaments - the information leaps right
off the page! Learn about historic ball games and the birth of
football. Gen up on the laws of the game and the new technology
that referees use to make vital decisions. See what it takes to run
a club and keep the players in tip-top shape. There's a chapter,
too, on all the international trophies and tournaments, including
the FIFA Women's World Cup, Copa America, and the Olympic Games.
This new edition includes updates to football's roll of honour to
include the latest tournament winners. Inside this fantastic
football book for kids you will find: - Highly visual approach
brings information to life - A global mix of content covering both
the men's and women's games - Packed with vital tips and trips -
Astounding facts and mind-boggling stats all about football The
perfect gifting title for football mad fans aged 8+, doubling up as
a great read for sporty kids who may be reluctant readers, Goal is
sure to delight!
The Old Town of Edinburgh has everything. At the highest point is a
huge castle. At the foot of the hill there's a palace. Between them
are secret gardens, a museum full of toys, a statue of the world
famous Greyfriars Bobby, and much more besides. There were murders
here too (think of Burke and Hare). There's mystery - is preacher
John Knox really buried under parking space 44? And then there are
the ghosts of Mary King's Close. You can find out about all this
and more in this guide. Read the tales of the Old Town, check out
the short quizzes and the Twenty Questions page (all the answers
are given), and you'll have plenty to see and do.
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Snow Days
(Board book)
Deborah Kerbel; Illustrated by Miki Sato
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R230
Discovery Miles 2 300
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First snow, surprise snow: Nature's sparkly magic show The
award-winning celebration of preschoolers and snow is now available
as a board book! For small children, snow is a wonder. It sparkles
and glitters. It transforms the outside world. Every kind of snow
brings its own magic. It invites snow angels, skating,
fort-building, and snowballs. Even blizzard days are exciting, when
routines are overturned and everyone bands together to clear the
snow away. For the youngest among us, winter is magical. In Snow
Days, author Deborah Kerbel captures that magic with nimble
couplets that Kirkus Reviews calls "a playful celebration of wintry
weather." Illustrator Miki Sato's fascinating textural collage art,
called "deceptively simple" by Publishers Weekly, looks intimately
touchable. She recreates the coziness and spectacle of the season
in paper, felt, and embroidery silk, creating masterpieces that
invite readers to look again and again. With a diverse cast of
children, a closing spread of five age-appropriate STEM
experiments, and a sturdy Toddler Tough board book format, Snow
Days will invite repeated reads everywhere from lap time to story
time to bedtime.
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End Zone
(Paperback, Reprint)
Tiki Barber, Ronde Barber; As told to Paul Mantell
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R218
R181
Discovery Miles 1 810
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The Hidden Valley Eagles have high hopes for the football
championship in this novel from NFL superstars and bestselling
authors Tiki and Ronde Barber.
Tiki and Ronde are ready to end junior high with a win--a big win
Their dream is to see their team in the championship, and with the
Hidden Valley Eagles' undefeated season, their chances are strong.
But when Manny, the star quarterback, starts having headaches, the
doctor says he has a minor concussion, and he is out for two weeks.
The whole school is counting on the team, but with pressure
building, Tiki and Ronde are starting to lose their confidence.
More than that, they think their good luck is going to run out.
Will the team let an injury keep them from the championship? Or can
they learn to work together to bring home a win?
From real-life NFL superstar brothers Tiki and Ronde Barber, this
is an inspiring story of teamwork and triumph.
Once upon a time in France, a baby was born under the summer sun.
His parents named him Jacques. As he grew, Jacques fell in love
with the sea. He dreamed of breathing beneath the waves and
swimming as gracefully as a fish. In fact, he longed to become a
manfish. Jacques Cousteau grew up to become a champion of the seas
and one of the best-known oceanographers in the world. In this
lovely biography, now in paperback, poetic text and gorgeous
paintings come together to create a portrait of Cousteau that is as
magical as it is inspiring.
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Sterling
(Paperback)
Matt & Tom Oldfield
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Meet Raheem Sterling, Ultimate Football Hero.
'It was 14 November 2012. This was the biggest day of Raheem's life so far - after all, you only made your England debut once.'
Sterling is the exciting tale of a boy who followed his passion and became one of the most dynamic young players in world football, winning the hearts of fans along the way. Relive Raheeem Sterling's whirlwind journey in this uplifting story.
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.
Be inspired by Football Legend, Tammy Abraham! Discover the
inspirational story of this top player's journey, from his early
life growing up in London, to his success at Chelsea FC football
academy and his journey towards playing on the England team - this
football legend is an inspiration to kids everywhere. Football
Legends: Young readers will love finding out all about the lives of
their favourite players in this great new biography series. Packed
with footie facts and match stats plus Tammy's career highlights.
Amazing cover artwork ilustrated by Manchester-based artist,
Stanley Chow, whose iconic work has found worldwide acclaim.
Taekwondo Kids - From White Belt to Yellow/Green Belt provides you
with the first practical guide to the Korean Martial Arts System of
Taekwondo and has been specially written with children and youths
in mind. It serves as an accompaniment to training as well as
providing an introduction to this particular sport. Using simple,
easily understood language and numerous appropriate illustrations
suitable for children and youths, all the exercises can be carried
out or practiced further without any difficulty. Taekwondo Kids is
written in the form of a course textbook. The individual sections
of the book are arranged according to belt grade, and in addition
to the comprehensive lead into the sport itself, all the respective
techniques and exercise forms in Taekwondo are included for
advancement to the next belt grade in the WTF (World Taekwondo
Federation) System.
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Silva
(Paperback)
Coninx Harry
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R218
R178
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At the age of nine, Bernardo Silva fulfilled his childhood dream of
playing for Benfica, when he joined their youth academy. But
getting into the first team proved to be much more difficult than
he expected. His journey into professional football wasn't easy,
but his flexibility, his sheer skill and his willingness to work
harder than anyone else was always going to win out. Join wonderkid
Bernardo Silva on his journey to the very top, winning countless
trophies and achieving international stardom with one of the
greatest teams in the world. This biography is one of the titles in
Ransom's Tales from the Pitch series. These books offer a fresh
take on the familiar football biography format. Each of these
fast-moving reads focuses on one football superstar: some players
who are still to reach the summit of their career, and others who
are already at the top of their game. These are exhilarating reads
about players from all walks of life. Many have faced failure,
injury and rejection, to ultimately make their dreams come true and
have inspirational stories. So meet the footballers behind the
iconic tackles and goals, and find out what makes each of these
players so special.
It's time for a game of football! Duggee is teaching the Squirrels
how to play, but the ball keeps going in the wrong direction. How
will they ever score a goal? Featuring all of your favourite
characters from the triple BAFTA-winning CBeebies show, this new
board book story is perfect for reading at storytime with little
Hey Duggee fans.
What's the best way to learn yoga? With animals! With Yoga Bear, the second in our yoga board book series, little ones are invited to move, breathe, and play along with jungle animal friends--all while discovering just how fun yoga can be.
Following up on the success of Yoga Bug, writer and illustrator Sarah Jane Hinder presents an easy-to-learn yoga flow for babies, toddlers, and other early readers. With Hinder's colorful and expressive illustrations as a guide, join Bear and his friends--including Monkey, Tiger, Sloth, and Crocodile--on a romp through 10 authentic animal poses.
Countless studies have shown that reading with children in their formative years plants the seeds of lifelong literacy, creativity, curiosity, and an appreciation for language. And it's never too early to start fostering a love of exercise and a respect for one's body with movement practices like yoga.
Complete with a flow guide for parents and teachers, Yoga Bear is sure to become a story-time favorite.
Born in a country not noted for its top-level football, it was
never certain that Christian Pulisic would be able to realise his
full potential. But his youth, agility and impressive skills have
taken Christian to one of the most demanding leagues in the world -
and made him captain of the United States national team. This is
the astonishing story of how this impressive youngster became the
most expensive American player in history. This biography is one of
the titles in Ransom's Tales from the Pitch series. These books
offer a fresh take on the familiar football biography format. Each
of these fast-moving reads focuses on one football superstar: some
players who are still to reach the summit of their career, and
others who are already at the top of their game. These are
exhilarating reads about players from all walks of life. Many have
faced failure, injury and rejection, to ultimately make their
dreams come true and have inspirational stories. So meet the
footballers behind the iconic tackles and goals, and find out what
makes each of these players so special.
Whether playing baseball, basketball, field hockey, football,
lacrosse, tennis, soccer, softball, volleyball, or wrestling,
millions of teens all over the country participate in some sporting
activity. Despite widespread enthusiasm for such activities, not
all teens know how to make the most out of their interests, and
some teens who might want to get involved don't know which sports
are right for them. For high school athletes of all levels, this
book provides up-to-date information on sports-related issues,
practical tips, and valuable resources. Each chapter features
quotes from current and former high school athletes who share their
experiences related to the given topic. Issues discussed include
*choosing a sport to play *balancing all aspects of life as a
student-athlete *dealing with the pressures of competition
*improving athletic performance *consequences of
performance-enhancing drugs and supplements *common injuries and
prevention measures *training during the off-season *playing in
college *sports-related careers and opportunities Throughout the
book, readers will find sidebars containing various sports-related
tidbits: high school sports stories, the history of various sports,
interesting facts, short biographies, and sports-themed young adult
novels. Filled with useful information, Sports: The Ultimate Teen
Guide will help high school athletes of all levels, from freshman
novices to highly competitive seniors.
It's time to cheer for the inspiring athletes of the Paralympic
Games! As the Opening Ceremony for the 1948 Summer Olympic Games
commenced in London, a similar sporting competition was taking
place a few miles away. But the men at Stoke Mandeville weren't
your typical athletes. They were paralyzed World War II veterans.
The games at Stoke Mandeville were so successful that they would
eventually lead evolve into the Paralympics. Participants from all
around the world vie for the gold medal in a variety of sports,
including archery, basketball, swimming, speed skating, and ice
hockey. Author Gail Herman highlights their achievements, describes
how these athletes train--both mentally and physically--for the
games, and gives the reader a better understanding of what makes
the Paralympic Games one of the world's most viewed sporting
events.
Unlike most professional football players, Alex Morgan did not
start playing club football until she was 14. But her talent was so
obvious that only three years later she was called up to the U.S.
women's under-20 team. That was just the beginning of a
history-making career that led her, most recently, to a second
World Cup title as co-captain of the U.S. women's team. This new
edition of Alex Morgan - revised and updated from cover to cover -
follows every step of her journey, not only as a football player
but also as a best-selling author, an actor, and so much more! Also
available in the World Soccer Legends series: Megan Rapinoe ISBN
9780789213655
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