Sports & Recreation

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Anna Dewdney (Illustrator)Bus Mercer, shortstop for the Peach Steet Mudders, wants desperately to be picked for the county all-star team, but he breaks his parents' rules for riding his new bike, and feelings of guilt affect his game.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 64 Dimensions: 0.16 x 8.02 x 5.22 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 01, 1997 ...

Snowboard Maverick: Can a Skateboard Pro Conquer the Slopes? - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), The #1 Sports Writer for Kids (Illustrator)Can a skateboard pro conquer the slopes? Dennis O'Malley is the best skateboarder in town. Unfortunately, he has to shelve his board for more than half the year, when the streets are covered with snow. Then a new sport emerges on the scene, one that Dennis's friends think he'd be a natural at: snowboarding. Since snowboarding and skateboarding use such similar moves and techniques, making the jump from the streets to the...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), The #1 Sports Writer for Kids (Illustrator)CENTER COURT STING Trash talking leads to trouble on the basketball court.... Forward Daren McCall is quick with an insult, quick to take offense, and quick to blame anyone but himself for his troubles. So when center Lou Bettman accuses him first of bad-mouthing him, then of vandalism, Daren turns the tables and insists that Lou is out to get him. The team splits into two camps, those who believe in Daren's innocence an...

The Olympics: Legendary Sports Events - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Ask most Olympians how their story begins and they will answer, "When I was young, I always dreamed of going to the Olympics. . ." Some will then go on to tell of their great athletic triumphs. Others will recall agonizing near-misses. But for most, the very fact that they reached the Games at all was a dream come true. For the Olympic Games offer athletes something few others sporting events can: the chance to be recognized as the best in the world at a chosen spo...

The World Series: Legendary Sports Events - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Stephanie Peters (With)For more than a century, the World Series has captivated baseball fans. From Babe Ruth's Called Shot in 1932 and Reggie Jackson's three-in-a-row home runs in 1977, to the reverse the curse wins by Boston in 2004 and Chicago in 2005--this action-packed volume is sure to please. Quotes from the star athletes, photos of the best plays, and a complete list of results since the first series in 1903 round out the book that young baseball fans wil...

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by Matt Christopher (Author)The first time Brett steps on "The Lizard," the mysterious skateboard unearthed in his backyard, he can feel its power. He can do amazing tricks on it that he was never able to do on his old board. Brett should be on top of the world--so why can't he shake the feeling that there's something evil about The Lizard?Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 176 Dimensions: 0.49...

Mia Hamm: On the Field With... - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Kids (Illustrator)Women's soccer has never been more popular. At the top of the sport's list of star players is Mia Hamm. Her speed, aggressive play, and ability to "read the field" have sparked every team she's ever played on. At the University of North Carolina, she helped the Tar Heels capture four NCAA championships. Her continually stellar performances with the United States national team led them to win two out of three Women's World Cups, first in 1991 and...

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by Matt Christopher (Author)The #1 sports writer for kids offers a read as exciting as a fast ball. Pitcher Koby Caplin is the best thing to happen to the Monticello Cardinals in years--but is he ready for prime time?Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 160 Dimensions: 0.36 x 8.02 x 4.96 IN Publication Date: January 21, 2008 Accelerated Reader: Qu...

At the Plate With...Ken Griffey Jr. - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Glenn Stout (Author)Ken Griffey Jr., son of former pro ballplayer Ken Griffey Sr., has baseball in his blood. From his early years hanging out at Yankee Stadium with his father through his high school days as a baseball star, Ken Jr. was destined to bring greatness to whatever team he played for. He fulfilled his destiny by helping shape his former team, the Seattle Mariners, into division champs. In 2000, Griffey took his legendary skills and famous smile to the...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Matthew F. Christopher (Author), Karen Meyer Swearingen (Illustrator)Glenn Marlett is determined to make his brother Paul, who is developmentally disabled, a decent basketball player.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 155 Dimensions: 0.37 x 7.1 x 5.12 IN Publication Date: September 04, 1990 Accelerated Reader: Quiz ...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Marcy Dunn Ramsey (Author), Matthew F. Christopher (Author)CHALLENGE AT SECOND BASE Stan Martin's chances of playing second base seem next to zero at the start of the season. His rival for the position, Gary Newman, looks tough to beat. Stan loves baseball-maybe even more than his brother, Phil, who played pro ball until quitting suddenly the year before-but after experiencing a few setbacks, Stan is tempted to quit too. Then Stan receives a mysterious note telli...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Marcy Dunn Ramsey (Author), Matthew F. Christopher (Author)When he learns why his best friend taught him an unbeatable pitch instead of using it himself, Bernie learns a sad lesson about friendship.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 137 Dimensions: 0.34 x 7.38 x 5.02 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 01, 1992 Accelerated Reader: ...

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Tod is sure his new hockey stick will improve his game. But when his team loses, he realizes that good stickhandling needs practice as well as good equipment. He vows not to use the stick until he deserves it, but will he earn that right this season?Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 126 Dimensions: 0.4 x 7.9 x 5 IN Publication Date: September 14, 2009 ...

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Sandy Comstock once made a mistake - a bad one - but he's paid the price and now he just wants to get on with his life. Only one person stands in his way: Perry Warden, the boy who tempted Sandy to break the law in the first place. Convinced that Perry is spreading rumors about him to his new baseball teammates, Sandy face a tough decision. Should he run from the rumors, or come out with the truth about his past.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling ...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Paul Casale (With)Sylvester's baseball has been so dismal that the coach has him warming the bench. So when Cheeko offers to show him a few pointers, he eagerly accepts his offer. But Sylvester can't help thinking there's something fishy about Cheeko.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 168 Dimensions: 0.41 x 7.42 x 4.96 IN Publication Date: May 01, 1994 ...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Paul Mantell (Author), The #1 Sports Writer for Kids (Illustrator)Will Matthews is lousy at all sports, but even he knows how to ride a bike. He just never dreamed that it could be such a rush Soon after he joins a mountain biking club, he's hurtling down hills, pedaling over mud-churned trails, and leaping over rocks and gullies. But is he moving so fast that he's forgotten the friend he left behind? And are all his new friends as "cool" as they seem?Author Bio...

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by Matt Christopher (Author)A miserable memory dogs Keith's every move Keith Stedman dropped the pass. The game-winning, undefeated-record-making pass that would have made him a hero instead of a loser. Now, a year later, that missed pass still haunts him, so much so that he's considering quitting football for good. His friends and family finally convince him to stick with it, but Keith's troubles are far from over. Another player is out for his position and seems determined to do everything ...

On the Court with...Dwight Howard - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Dwight Howard was a high school phenomenon who soared head and shoulders above all other players to become the number-one draft pick in 2004. Since joining the Orlando Magic, Howard has powered the team to its first NBA Finals in more than a decade. He's an absolute monster on the boards. And in 2009 won the coveted Defensive Player of the Year award-before he was even twenty-five years old With plenty of seasons still ahead of him, there's no telling how high Dwi...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Stephanie Peters (Text by (Art/Photo Books))Should Manny keep his promise-even if it puts his friend in danger? When the Grizzlies' first basemen is sidelined two days before the playoffs, catcher Manny Griffin and second baseman Stu Fletcher take it upon themselves to help his replacement become a better player. The three practice together and all is going well-until a wild throw hits Stu right in the head! Manny gives his word to keep quiet, but a few days late...

Great Americans in Sports: Babe Ruth - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Zachary Rau (Revised by)This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the plate with a baseball legendBabe Ruth was baseball's first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and smart outfielder who made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport came through in his playfulness on the field and drive to win, but Babe had to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to become the greatest. This comprehensive biog...

Soccer Scoop: Who's Making a Fool of Mac? - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Kids (Illustrator)Mac Williams, goalie for the Cougars, is known as much for his upbeat game chatter as for his outstanding saves. But when an anonymous artist starts making fun of him with a weekly cartoon, Mac is anything but upbeat. To make matters worse, he suspects that somebody close to him is the cartoonist. Would one of his friends really betray him-or is there someone else who wants to make him look ridiculous?Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best...

Great Americans in Sports: Mia Hamm - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a soccer legend Mia Hamm's speed, aggressive play, and ability to "read the field" helped her become the best women's soccer player in the world. Her stellar performance as a college, World Cup, and Olympic champion made her a sports hero, and her story will inspire a new generation of young athletes. This comprehensive biography - with bonus photos and info...

Great Moments in the Summer Olympics - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)The Summer Olympics are chock full of epic athletic achievements across hundreds of disciplines, especially Track and Field, Gymnastics, and Swimming. These are the sports that gave us Jesse Owens and Carl Lewis, Wilma Rudolph and Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Olga Korbut and Mary Lou Retton -- tremendous athletes whose Olympic accomplishments thrill us now just as much as they did when they occurred. Now readers can relive those moments in this fact-filled volume just rig...

On the Court With... Shaquille O'Neal - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Describes the life and career of the basketball superstar and center for the Los Angeles Lakers.Author BiographyMatt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers. Number of Pages: 101 Dimensions: 0.38 x 7.54 x 4.96 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: July 15, 2016 Accelerated Reader: Quiz Name: On the Court With...Shaquille O'Neal ...

Collision Low Crossers: Inside the Turbulent World of NFL Football - Paperback

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by Nicholas Dawidoff (Author)An unrivaled portrait of day-to-day life in the NFL: "Riveting . . . an instant classic" (New York Times Book Review). By spending a year with the New York Jets, Nicholas Dawidoff entered a mysterious and private world with its own rituals and language. Equal parts Paper Lion, Moneyball, Friday Night Lights, and The Office, this absorbing, funny, and vivid narrative gets to the heart of a massive and stressful collective endeavor. Here is football in many faces:...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Stephanie Peters (Text by (Art/Photo Books))Last season, thirteen-year-old Cal Kelliher was the star quarterback of the middle school football team. The only seventh grader in a starting line-up of eight graders, he spent the year playing ball and hanging out with the older boys. Now everything's changed. The eighth graders are freshmen, too wrapped up in high school to bother with Cal anymore. His teammates, used to be ignored by him, don't give him the time of ...

The Greatest Sports Team Rivalries - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Stephanie Peters (Text by (Art/Photo Books))Competition is the name of the game in sports. But without a doubt, the fiercest battles are fought when longtime rivals come face to face. Here are in-depth looks at five such legendary rivalries: The Yankees versus the Red Sox The Celtics versus the Lakers The United versus the Galaxy The Canadiens versus the Bruins The Bears versus the Packers. Each section is packed with intense play-by-play game action, recaps of ...

The Majors: In Pursuit of Golf's Holy Grail - Paperback

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by John Feinstein (Author)WHAT DOES IT TAKE to win a major championship and reach the absolute pinnacle of golf? Through a season of the four tournaments -- the Masters, the U.S. Open, the British Open, and the PGA Championship -- known collectively as the majors, John Feinstein takes us where the television cameras never go, both off the links and "inside the ropes," as he reveals the special challenges and rituals, the frustrations and exhilaration, that mark the lives and careers of the wo...

A Civil War: Army vs. Navy - A Year Inside College Football's Purest Rivalry - Paperback

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by John Feinstein (Author) A Civil War portrays American college football in what the author believes is its purest form: two teams who play for love of the game and the honor of their schools, rather than for money or fame. Bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein follows the Army and Navy teams for a single season. Number of Pages: 464 Dimensions: 1.29 x 8.58 x 5.24 IN Publication Date: November 01, 1997

Paper Lion: Confessions of a Last-String Quarterback - Hardcover

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by Nicholas Dawidoff (Foreword by), George Plimpton (Author)The book that made a legend -- and captures America's sport in detail that's never been matched, featuring a foreword by Nicholas Dawidoff and never-before-seen content from the Plimpton Archives. George Plimpton was perhaps best known for Paper Lion, the book that set the bar for participatory sports journalism. With his characteristic wit, Plimpton recounts his experiences in talking his way into training camp with the Detroit Lio...

Great Americans in Sports: Drew Brees - Paperback

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by Matt Christopher (Author)Get to know Drew Brees, the record-breaking, beloved quarterback, in this gripping new sports biography from Matt Christopher Drew Brees grew up in a family of athletes, and overcame injuries and setbacks to become one of today's best quarterbacks. This comprehensive biography - complete with photos and fun infographics - shows how Drew Brees went from being a flag football player to Super Bowl MVP and modern legend, and is sure to appeal to legions of football fan...

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by Paolo Bacigalupi (Author)In this inventive, fast-paced novel, New York Times bestselling and Printz Award-winning author Paolo Bacigalupi takes on hard-hitting themes--from food safety to racism and immigration--and creates a zany, grand-slam adventure that will get kids thinking about where their food comes from. The zombie apocalypse begins on the day Rabi, Miguel, and Joe are practicing baseball near their town's local meatpacking plant and nearly get knocked out by a really big stink....