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Books with author Brian Howell

  • Mud Truck Racing: Tearing It Up

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Do you like fast trucks and loud engines? How about buckets of mud flying in all directions? If yes, then mud truck racing is for you! Big trucks tear through mud bogs on their way to glory. Bog racing is not for the faint of heart or for people who like to stay clean. The mess and thrill of mud truck races will make you glad to get dirty. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, organizations, technology, and the important drivers connected to mud truck racing. You'll learn: • How much water, sand, and dirt are used to make mud bogs. • Which driver finished a 200-foot (61-meter) mud race in just 2.110 seconds. • How drivers have upgraded engines and fuel to give trucks more horsepower. • How mud truck racing started and who the best drivers are. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!
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  • Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing, Dec. 15, 2017)
    "This title compares classic star Michael Jordan and contemporary champion LeBron James. From scoring and rebounding to defense and leadership, chapters explore and compare each player's skills on the court. The title also features end-of-chapter fact boxes for side-by-side player comparison, as well as a glossary. It will be up to the reader to decide who is the all-time basketball hero."--Publisher's marketing.
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  • Amazing Auto Racing Records

    Brian Howell

    eBook (The Child's World, Inc., Jan. 1, 2014)
    Presents records of amazing drivers and races in auto racing, including a short history of the sport.
  • Kansas City Chiefs

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Kansas City Chiefs one of the most entertaining teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
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  • US Growth and Change in the 19th Century

    Brian Howell

    language (Cherry Lake Publishing, Dec. 13, 2013)
    Focuses on the growth and change of the United States in the 19th Century. This book, which follows a student learning about primary documents and artifacts on a field trip, will be an excellent selection for readers who want to know more about this important period in US history.
  • Notre Dame Fighting Irish

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Sept. 1, 2012)
    Presents a history of University of Notre Dame football, discussing notable players, coaches, and games.
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  • Auburn Tigers

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Sept. 1, 2012)
    Provides a brief history of the Auburn University football team, profiling notable players, coaches, and games.
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  • The US Civil War and Reconstruction

    Brian Howell

    eBook (Cherry Lake Publishing, Oct. 20, 2013)
    This book follows a student who is helping set up a museum exhibit about the Civil War. The student uses primary sources and artifacts to learn about the causes of the war, the hardships of the war, and how the war concluded.
  • New York Yankees

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Sportszone, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Presents a history of the New York Yankees, profiling legends and star players of today, and details team facts and statistics.
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  • Denver Broncos

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (All Sports, Sept. 1, 2010)
    Provides an overview of the history of the Denver Broncos football team, highlighting popular players, influential coaches, winning and losing seasons, and key moments that shaped the team and the NFL.
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  • Playing Pro Baseball

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Being a professional baseball player is no walk in the park―it's a physically and mentally demanding job. When you're on the field, millions of people are expecting you to record base hits as a batter or strikeouts as a pitcher. And the work continues beyond game time; you need to practice, work out, and scout your competition. Aches and pains are a given. And on top of everything else, you must perform amidst constant travel, media attention, and high expectations. Baseball has been America's pastime for more than a century. And for those who uphold the tradition in the major leagues today, there's nothing else like it. This book, which was reviewed by 12-year Major League Baseball (MLB) veteran and World Series champion Gabe Kapler, offers an authentic look at what life is like as a pro baseball player. You'll learn: • What kinds of skills it takes to play in the major leagues • What daily life is like for an MLB player • How MLB players prevent and treat injuries Go behind the scenes and see what it's really like to be an MLB star!
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  • Chicago Bears

    Brian Howell

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Chicago Bears one of the most historic and successful teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common football gear, and a section of career records and stats.
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