Sports & Recreation

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level What's it like to compete in the world's largest sporting event? Find out all about the Olympic Games, when they began and how they have changed over time. Read about...

The first comprehensive history of the bicycle-lavishly illustrated with images spanning two centuries During the nineteenth century, the bicycle evoked an exciting new world in which even a poor person could travel afar and at will. But was the...

Find out about Felix Baumgartner's daredevil life of skydiving and BASE jumping in this thrilling biography. Detailing his attempt at the highest ever skydive, this incredible book includes photographs taken by Felix as he jumped to earth from the edge...

What is physical literacy?What are the benefits of being physically literate?The term 'physical literacy' describes the motivation, confidence, physical competence, understanding and knowledge that individuals develop in order to maintain physical...

Introduces readers to the development of women's swimming, as well as the sport's star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.Reviews"Highly recommended for...

Why does a football spiral? How do some athletes jump so high? The answer is science! The Secret Science of Sports helps kids better understand concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math through the sports they love to play and watch. Every...

This book isn't about the most amazing sports victories; it is about how important it is not give up and about learning to overcome life's many challenges and fighting for what you believe in. It delves into examples of some sportspersons who have been...

Winner of the 2021 Ruth Lovell Murray Book Award Dance Education redefines the nature of dance pedagogy today, setting it within a holistic and encompassing framework, and argues for an approach to dance education from a soci-cultural and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781838395971Author Claire NdarioFormat PaperbackImprint Formy BooksPublisher Formy Books

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781645192497Author Jim GigliottiFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Kaleidoscope Publishing, IncPublisher Kaleidoscope Publishing, IncWeight(grams)...

Dig into the history of life with this children's introduction to paleontology, complete with an identification section and "how to" instructions. As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Become a young...

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level Extreme sportsmen and women go faster, climb higher and compete for longer. No sporting challenge is too great. Find out the great dangers people face when pushing...

There remains a lack of representation from the South Asian community across all levels of football, despite it being one of the largest ethnic minority groups to be living in the UK. In this first of its kind book, trailblazing coach Manisha Tailor...

Build your tennis skills with Sports Academy: TennisLooking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important tennis skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and...

This title focuses on monster truck rallies and gives information related to their origin, fun facts, and worldwide influence. This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core...

Get up-close to the most famous and unique cars ever made! What is a sports car? Just how fast are are they? And how have they changed over the last century? Get the answers to all these questions, and more, with this guide to some of the best cars ever...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593377659Author Rachel IgnotofskyPage Count 30Imprint Crown Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781429656450Author Nate LeboutillierFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Capstone PressPublisher Capstone PressWeight(grams) 91gDimensions(mm) 221mm * 168mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781645192473Author Jim WhitingFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Kaleidoscope Publishing, IncPublisher Kaleidoscope Publishing, IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780385386449Author Mary Pope OsborneFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Random House Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Basketball enjoys worldwide popularity, and kids all over the world love to play it. Basketball for Kids is an illustrated guide with a simple approach to the sport aimed at children and young teens. The book first briefly introduces kids to the sport of...

It may seem strange to us now, but for a long time, with Ireland ruled by Britain, it was against the law to play sports like hurling and Gaelic football. That has all changed, and football, hurling and camogie are Ireland's most popular sports. ...

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 ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781634946131Author Chroes McDougallFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Press Room EditionsPublisher Press Room Editions

Embark on an amazing adventure with Bear Grylls to explore the great outdoors. Learn how to identify deadly jungle creatures, what foods are safe to eat, and how to find and prepare clean water. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear.1...

Go behind the scenes of world's biggest and most exhilarating action sports showcase - Nitro Circus. Born in a garage in Utah with just a video camera and some extraordinary, dare-devil stunts, Nitro Circus has exploded to become the world's biggest...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781101936429Author Mary Pope OsborneFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Random House Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Grab your skis, ice skates, and snowboard and learn how the Winter Olympic Games became a worldwide phenomenal event watched by millions. Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781426339233Author National Geographic KidsFormat HardbackPage Count 128Imprint National Geographic KidsPublisher National Geographic KidsWeight(grams)...

The must-have survival guide for all young explorers from chief scout, adventurer, writer and televsion presenter, Bear Grylls. Embark on an amazing adventure with Bear Grylls as you learn the survival skills to stay safe in the wild and be able to cope...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781541589162Author Laura Hamilton WaxmanFormat PaperbackPage Count 24Imprint Lerner Publishing GroupPublisher Lerner Publishing Group

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781544005690Author Roy BrandonFormat PaperbackPage Count 42Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent Publishing...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781585363032Author Matt NapierPage Count 32Imprint Sleeping Bear PressPublisher Cengage Learning, IncWeight(grams) 318gDimensions(mm) 191mm * 132mm * 18mm

Embark on an amazing adventure with Bear Grylls to explore the great outdoors. Learn how to navigate in a desert landscape, how to gather food and water safely, and how to build a shelter to keep you dry and warm at night. Includes step-by-step...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486431383Author Daniel Carter BeardFormat PaperbackPage Count 464Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781953429490Author Jesse SullivanFormat PaperbackPage Count 228Imprint Big Dreams Kids BooksPublisher Big Dreams Kids BooksWeight(grams) 308gDimensions(mm)...

Embark on an amazing adventure with Bear Grylls to explore the great outdoors. Learn how to avoid altitude sickness, climb crevasses, and how to identify potential dangers in the mountains. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear.1. 'Bear...

Quad bikes are able to tackle the toughest terrain around. But there are lots of ways to make these vehicles faster and cooler and readers will love finding out how! Packed with action-filled photos and easy-to-read text, this high-interest book puts the...

Football fans love nothing more than to read about their favourite teams. Although this books 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...

Embark on an amazing hiking adventure with Bear GryllsLearn how to cross a river, forge a trail, and how to stay safe while out hikingIncludes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear.The must-have survival guide for all young explorers from chief...