Books with author By (author) David Aretha

There are not many things more exciting and entertaining than watching your favorite quarterback fire pass after pass as he leads his team down the field to score. The top NFL QBs in this book, including Joe Montana, Brett Favre, Tom Brady, and Peyton Manning, are known for their athletic power and crowd-stopping performances. Full-page photos of the players in action accompany each spread. Readers will learn the details of these players backgrounds and such details as teams, completion percentages, and touchdown passes. Easy-to-read language by veteran sports author David Aretha will keep readers turning the pages.

Look at that happy dog: His mouth turns upward, his tongue hangs out, and his tail wags back and forth. That dog is smiling! Animal researchers have learned that dogs express numerous emotions, such as happiness, sadness, anxiety, fear, and compassion. When Dogs Smile explains how each emotion is expressed through physical manifestations. The book examines why a dog smiles, mopes, barks frantically, and licks the face of its crying owner. Quotes from experts and numerous color photographs help tell the story.

There’s no better feeling for a baseball player than crushing a ball over the outfield fence for a homerun, or blowing a fastball by the batter for a strikeout. Would you like to hit like a pro and pitch like an all-star? Do you want to be a slick-fielding shortstop? From the basics of pitching to more advanced tips that will give you a winning swing, this book has many important baseball skills, including fun tips and tricks from the pros.

When Joe Flacco joined the Baltimore Ravens in 2008, the rookie thought he would have to wait a long time to show off his skills. That didn?t happen. First the team?s starting quarterback got injured, then the backup became sick. Joe was the new starting quarterback! He was under pressure to lead his team to victory, and he quickly stepped up to the challenge. In 2013, he led the Ravens to a Super Bowl victory against the San Francisco 49ers. Joe is thankful for all the support Baltimore fans have given him, and he looks for ways to give back. One cause close to his heart is Special Olympics Maryland (SOMD). Joe loves to show up at games and cheer on Special Olympics athletes. He also gives time and money to the Baltimore Humane Society (BHS), a shelter that works to find homes for stray cats and dogs. In Joe Flacco, readers will follow this NFL superstar?s football career and discover how he has made a difference in people?s lives both on and off the field. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.