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Books with author Thomas K. Adamson

  • Freestyle Motocross

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2010)
    Freestyle motocross is all about pulling off awesome mid-air stunts with style. From tried-and-true tricks like the Hart attack to the new electric doom, these daring riders pull out all the stops. Go “big” with today’s top riders as they risk it all for a spot on the podium.
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  • Mercury

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Mercury can be as hot as an oven or as cold as a freezer. Learn more about this rocky planet.
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  • BMX Freestyle

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    A sport created with racing in mind evolved into what we now know as BMX freestyle. Now more durable and sturdy, these bikes can support an ambitious biker. With spinning handlebars and pegs for fancy footwork, these athletes will surely impress. Ride along in this active title for reluctant readers.
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  • Apollo 11 Moon Landing: An Interactive Space Exploration Adventure

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    You are an American in the 1960s. The United States and Soviet Union have been in a space race since the Soviet Union launched the Sputnik satellite in 1957. Since then, the two superpowers have been fighting over which country will control the universe. President Kennedy begins a new space program, with a goal of landing a man on the moon before the end of the 1960s. You want to be a part of it. Can you help beat the Russians and help the United States land a man on the moon?
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  • Basketball Records

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Swish! Stephen Curry has just made a record-breaking 3-point shot. This moment cements his place as a basketball legend! Unbelievable basketball records are on display in this exciting title for young readers. The book explores favorite teams and players who dribbled their way into stardom by scoring points, making passes, and more! Narrative opening pull readers in with a close look at a specific record. ""Fun Fact"" sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels identify athletes to support the connection between text and photos. ""Record at a Glance"" sidebars offer statistics for each record represented. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Marte/Mars

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Introduces the planet Mars and its physical characteristics including its rocky geography, its air and weather, and information on how scientists study this planet.
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  • Basketball Records

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Swish! Stephen Curry has just made a record-breaking 3-point shot. This moment cements his place as a basketball legend! Unbelievable basketball records are on display in this exciting title for young readers. The book explores favorite teams and players who dribbled their way into stardom by scoring points, making passes, and more! Narrative opening pull readers in with a close look at a specific record. ""Fun Fact"" sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels identify athletes to support the connection between text and photos. ""Record at a Glance"" sidebars offer statistics for each record represented. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Tsunamis

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Explains how tsunamis form, how they move, the damage they cause, and how the 2004 tsunami affected South Asia and the world.
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  • Olympic Records

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Usain Bolt sprints past the competition at the 2012 Olympic Games. As he crosses the finish line, the worlds fastest human sets a new Olympic record! Bolts accomplishment is one of many incredible athletic feats highlighted in this informative book about Olympic records. Narrative opening pull readers in with a close look at a specific record. ""Fun Fact"" sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Photo labels identify athletes to support the connection between text and photos. ""Record at a Glance"" sidebars offer statistics for each record represented. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Jupiter

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Introduces the planet Jupiter and its physical characteristics of gases along with orange and white clouds, and its huge, Great Red Spot.
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  • Earth

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Introduces the planet Earth and its physical characteristics including land and water, and it's ability to sustain life to people, animals, and plants.
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  • BMX Racing

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Practice makes perfect when it comes to BMX racing. The more times you practice your gates, peddling intervals, and turns, the better racer you will be. Polishing all of these skills will help you climb to the top of the race series. Enjoy learning what it takes to be a BMX racer in this beginner book.
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