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An inspirational look at a diverse group of popular sports figures and how they found success in sports and life. Young athletes all dream of what they might become. They might see themselves as a soccer player racing through defenses at the World Cup, as a hockey player scoring the winning goal in the Stanley Cup Final, or as a figure skater in the Winter Olympics. But to get there takes hard work, dedication, and passion. In The Reason We Play: American Sports Figures and What Inspires Them...

This is a fully revised and updated edition with new material, new examples, and new questions to match the demands of current specifications. It is suitable for all specifications and is intended to be the clearest, most accessible book for GCSE and Standard Grade examinations.

From canoeing to sailing, this book explores all the water sports in Olympic competition. It introduces each sport, presents facts and photos, and gives the lowdown on the reigning champions.

Journey into the world of super-swift batsmen, fabulous fouls and tricky tactics, as this book comprehensively explores football and other ball games in Olympic competition. Included are handball, tennis, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, table tennis, hockey, football and badminton.

Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up.  The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said “not so fast” when she picked up hockey skates instead of figure skates. They said “just a minute” when she tried out for the boy's team. They told her “you'r...

Practise for your exams on the genuine exam papers from the Scottish Qualifications Authority. Plus for the first time?each book?includes?extra revision guidance, making them an essential purchase for any student. - Discover how to get your best grade with answers checked by senior examiners - Prepare for your exams with study skills guidance sections - Gain vital extra marks and avoid common mistakes with examiner tips

Oxford's successful PDHPE Application & Inquiry series has been extensively revised by a team of highly respected teachers, educators and HSC markers to provide concise and clear coverage of the revised Stage 6 syllabus. Updated statistics, articles, and overviews of trends and practices in the areas of physical and mental health, physical activity and first aid will enable students to complete the course successfully. A new, full colour design has been tailored to appeal to students. Enhanced...

Want to be a star? In this series you'll get close to all your favourite celebrities and find out how they became famous and what it took to make it to the top.

This book takes you to the centre of the action of one the most exciting motor sport events in the world: karting. It includes stunning photgraphs that capture the thrill of karting, with a manageable amount of text to be accessible to children aged 7+.

WHAT A SAVE!!!Crammed full with fun football trivia, quizzes, games, puzzles, top 10s, cartoons and more, this is the only annual fans of the beautiful game will need.Featuring Gary and all of the MOTD presenters, Paz, Ketch, and the planet's top teams and players, Match of the Day Annual 2023 is the best around - it will be on the top of your Christmas list!

In conjunction with Save the Children, this series aims to investigate children's needs and how they are catered for in both developed and developing countries. This volume in the "World's Children" series concentrates on the many kinds of recreation enjoyed by children of all ages. It investigates the importance of recreation such as sport, hobbies, crafts, music and reading - for children from countries all over the world and looks at other leisure activities such as going to the theatre or ci...

Josh Van Der Flier is the current World Rugby Player of the Year and star of the all-conquering Ireland and Leinster rugby teams. Growing up in Wicklow, Josh was sports mad, but rugby was his passion. He took his early footsteps on the pitch at school, where he first donned his famous red scrum cap. Through hard work and dedication, he eventually earned selection to the Leinster Academy and began climbing the ladder towards his dream of becoming a professional rugby player. Despite injury setbac...

Witness the birth of a superstar. Kylian Mbappé was just 19 years old when he became the youngest football player since Brazilian legend Pelé to score at a World Cup final. Already an exceptional striker for Monaco and PSG in France’s Ligue 1, the 2018 tournament made the young Frenchman an international star. From idolising Cristiano Ronaldo to being spoken of in the same breath as the Portuguese star, Kylian continues his rise to the top.   About the Football Rising Stars series: Footb...

Meet David De Gea - Ultimate Football Hero.David De Gea is the Spanish superstar who earned a dream move to Manchester United and proved himself to be their best goalkeeper since the legendary Peter Schmeichel. David has had to face the pressure of expectation throughout his career, but his amazing saves have kept United in the hunt for trophies year after year, no matter the pressure. This is the story of one boy's mission to become the best keeper in the world.Ultimate Football Heroes is a ser...

Develop the vital skills students need to achieve the best results possible in their Sport Science exams, with this expert-written Exam Practice Workbook.Written by an experienced author, this write-in Exam Practice Workbook:- Actively develops the ability to retrieve information with a range of recall activities for every topic area- Reinforces understanding and boosts confidence with both short-answer and extended-response exam-style practice questions and activities that help break down the q...

How can a soldier survive extreme combat wounds? How does a sword-swallower gulp down a steel blade without killing themself? How can some people's bodies and mental strength help them to survive extreme temperatures, deadly diseases and natural disaster.