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It is probably truer today than ever that the game is made for dribblers. In order to break down a tough opposition, the need for individual brilliance grows. The superb shot, the defense-splitting pass, the brilliantly worked set piece. And, of course, the individual skills of the dribblerEven if you're a player who believes in the one-touch pass and shot instead of dribbling, you'll gain a lot from this book.

Ready to become a confident explorer? Imagine building a shelter, starting a fire, or finding your way using the stars. Essential Wilderness Survival Skills for Kids is the ultimate guide for young adventurers who want to thrive in the wild while having fun ! This audiobook teaches real-world survival skills in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step format—perfect for kids eager to learn, parents seeking educational entertainment, and families who love the outdoors. What You’ll Learn: Survival Basics – Build shelters, start fires, and purify water.

Learn about real baseball heroes, big dreams, and unshakable confidence. Looking for a way to inspire your child with something more meaningful than screen time? This powerful book is packed with thrilling true stories of players and coaches and life-changing lessons your child will always remember. From Babe Ruth to Jackie Robinson, each story teaches resilience, confidence, teamwork, and heart—values that matter both on and off the field.

Sixteen-year-old Matthew McGough was a fairly typical teenager, obsessed with getting through high school, girls, and baseball, not necessarily in that order. His passion for the New York Yankees was absolute, complete with a poster of his hero, Yankees first baseman Don Mattingly, hanging on...

Sixteen-year-old Matthew McGough was a fairly typical teenager, obsessed with getting through high school, girls, and baseball, not necessarily in that order. His passion for the New York Yankees was absolute, complete with a poster of his hero, Yankees first baseman Don Mattingly, hanging on...

Young minds are constantly seeking direction and inspiration. But in today’s environment full of distractions, it’s not easy to find the right resource for what kids really need. That’s why this book is so timely. This book understands the hurdles kids face – the need for role models, the struggle with challenges, and the desire for meaningful connections. It’s the solution you’ve been looking for: a collection of 15 awe-inspiring stories from basketball legends, each a testament to overcoming adversity and achieving greatness.

Told in a new Who HQ Now format for trending topics, this Who Was? biography details NBA superstar Kobe Bryant's legendary career and the impact of his legacy on the sports world and beyond. Kobe Bryant was just an eighteen-year-old high-school basketball player when he decided to enter the...

Learn the incredible story of New York Knick Carmelo Anthony! In Carmelo Anthony: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Versatile Scorers, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Carmelo Anthony. Carmelo Anthony has played in the limelight since being drafted third overall in the 2003 NBA Draft behind LeBron James and Darko Milicic.

"¡Cambia las reglas! La idea de que hay cosas "para niñas" o "para niños" es del pasado; aquí, ¡nos divertimos todas y todos! En esta guía ilustrada conocerás a mujeres increíbles a quienes el deporte les cambió la vida y que, a su vez, cambiaron el mundo. Como Bobbi Gibb, ¿sabías que se disfrazó de hombre para colarse en la maratón de Boston en los sesenta? O Laura Serrano, la fabulosa madre del boxeo en México, que ha roto barreras dentro y fuera del ring. También te hablaré sobre cómo hacer del ejercicio una actividad cero aburrida."

Adventures of Ayan: Hiking the Enchanted Falls begins as an ordinary hike that transforms into an unforgettable journey through Velmorra, a hidden land of magic and mystery. When Ayan and his friends stumble upon a glowing compass, they are thrust into an ancient realm filled with talking dinosaurs, erupting volcanoes, and a race against time to save a fantasy world on the brink of collapse. A story filled with heart and imagination, this thrilling adventure celebrates working together and being brave.

Alexi Pappas is not only an Olympic runner, actress, filmmaker, she is a writer whose heartwarming and life-affirming memoir will inspire young readers, as she shares the touchstone moments in her life that helped her learn about confidence and self-reliance, compassion and forgiveness, and loss...

Lorsque Kylian M'Bappé entre dans le stade Loujniki de Moscou ce soir du 15 juillet 2018, il est sur le point de réaliser son rêve : devenir champion du monde. Voici le parcours hors norme d'un surdoué du football : depuis ses premiers matchs à l'AS Bondy jusqu'à son but victorieux en finale du mondial 2018 face à la Croatie.

Meet LA Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, the rookie who became a symbol of Mexican American pride and a hero to Latinos everywhere. Celebrate Latino sports history in this inspiring, stunningly illustrated baseball book for kids ages 7-10, from an award-winning baseball reporter and a Pura Belpré Honoree. Fernando Valenzuela was just barely out of his teens when he came to America from Mexico to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers. In the 1980s, Mexican Americans rarely followed baseball. But after Fernando pitched eight winning games, the entire country was talking about him.

Conozcan a Fernando Valenzuela, el lanzador de los Dodgers que se convirtió en un símbolo del orgullo mexicano, en este libro de béisbol en español para niños de 7 a 10 años. Meet LA Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, the rookie who became a symbol of Mexican American pride, in this Spanish-language baseball book for kids ages 7-10. Fernando Valenzuela era un adolescente cuando llegó a Estados Unidos desde México para jugar con los Dodgers de Los Ángeles. En los años 80, la población mexicoestadounidense de Los Ángeles rara vez seguía el béisbol.

They need a daily game plan that strengthens their faith and mindset. Kicks of Courage connects God’s Word to real moments on the field so girls 10–12 can grow in confidence, character, and calm under pressure, without long, hard-to-understand chapters.

Edición en Español Descubre cómo un niño nacido en Portugal y apasionado por el fútbol trabajó arduamente para convertirse en uno de los atletas más famosos de todos los tiempos en esta emocionante entrega de la serie Who HQ Now , que presenta a personajes destacados y temas de actualidad...

In his sophomore picture book, adapted for audio, NBA superstar Stephen Curry encourages kids to embrace the differences that make them extraordinary! It’s the first day of school for Zoe, a young girl with hearing loss who dreams of playing on her school’s soccer team. But, self-conscious...

In this second book in the semi-autobiographical middle grade series from MLB pitcher Marcus Stroman, young Marcus continues to learn hard lessons on and off the baseball field. Everyone knows Marcus Stroman as a baseball player. He loves the sport, and yes, he probably has a shot at the pros...

Learn about the life and legacy of American skateboard legend Tony Hawk and what makes him one of the most celebrated skateboarders of all time! Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a...

LeBron James has been the face of men's basketball since he first stepped onto the court. In addition to winning four NBA Championships, ten trips to the NBA finals, and two Olympic gold medals, he has become a superstar outside the stadium for speaking up for the Black community. For being an outspoken advocate for underprivileged children and against police brutality, James earned the NAACP President's Award, a prize given to players who demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and a commitment to social justice.