Swimming and Diving (Olympic Sports (Amicus)) (Olympic Sports (Saunders))
by MR Clive Gifford
"An introduction to a variety of swimming and diving sports the summer Olympics, including lap races, open water races, diving, and synchronized swimming. Also explains rules, records, and famous Olympic athletes in each sport"--Provided by publisher.
Mermaid Queen The Spectacular True Story of Annette Kellerman Who Swam Her Way to Fame
by Shana Corey
Are you brave enough to make a wave? If you love sports and people who aren't afraid to swim against the tide, Annette Kellerman and her freestyle approach to life will make your heart swell. With strokes of genius, Shana Corey and Edwin Fotheringham pool their talents to create a winning portrait of a little-known athlete, performer, and fashion revolutionary who broke records (and rules!) and dazzled the world with her splashy pluck and courage.
Katie Ledecky (Sports All-Stars (Lerner (Tm) Sports))
by Jon M Fishman
Poor Queen Victoria! She loves to swim, but can't quite figure out how to get to the water without her devoted subjects glimpsing her swimming suit. (Because, of course, such a sight would compromise her regal dignity.) Fortunately for the water-loving monarch, it's Prince Albert to the rescue with an invention fit for a queen! This quirky tale about the longest reigning monarch in British history is as fun as it is authentic, and the book includes a picture of the actual bathing machine Princ...
This action-packed, first person narrative takes readers on an emotional roller-coaster ride as two girls roll, dip and dive their way down white-water rapids. • Skyracer Blue titles are aimed at Year 4 children • Engaging text will hold the interest of all readers. • Breathtaking colour illustrations engage pupils and encourage discussion.
Total Splash Down: Two Splash-tastic Inflatables Adventures (The Inflatables)
by Beth Garrod and Jess Hitchman
Bouncy BFFs Cactus, Flamingo, Donut, and Watermelon are ready for a fresh wave of drama in this hilariously action-packed graphic novel bind up that's perfect for fans of Dog Man and The Bad Guys! Holey sprinkles! Donut's going on a treasure hunt. The prize? The most delicious cookie ever tasted. But to find it, he needs to sneak his inflata-pals out of the water park, survive shark-infested seas, and take on a petrifying Pickle. Will the holey hero...
Fishing (World Sports Guide) (Edge Books: Passport to World Sports)
by Paul Mason
Each World Sport book reveals an ideal location for learning a particular technique essential for mastering the sport, from trimming a surfboard along a wave in Windansea, California, to catching big air on a snowboard in the half-pipes of Whistler, Canada. Opening with perfect beginner locations and techniques, the complexity develops, leading readers through to expert-only locations and techniques, building an understanding of technique and equipment as they go.
A guide to canoeing. It is part of a series which looks at more unusual sports which are gaining in popularity. Each book in the "Radical Sports" series provides an introduction to the sport and discusses: how and when the sport started; the equipment needed - purchase and maintenance; simple skills; safety tips; keeping fit for the sport; associated clubs and governing bodies and details of competitions; and international stars and prestigious competitions associated with the sport.
Sailing (World of Sports (Smart Apple Media Paperback))
by Julie S Bach
La Nataci�n de Las Peque�as Estrellas (Little Stars Swimming) (Pequenas Estrellas)
by Taylor Farley
This exciting book introduces readers to surfing, including its history and growth, rules and events, and the equipment athletes need. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, wi...