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Books in Great Americans in Sports series

  • Sports in America: A Decade-By-Decade History Set

    Jr. Buckley, James, John Walters, Jim Gigliotti

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, July 1, 2010)
    Buckley, James, Jr., Walters, John, Gigliotti, Jim
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  • John Muir

    Barbara Kiely Miller

    Paperback (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, July 15, 2007)
    Introduces the life of John Muir, who immigrated from Scotland as a boy and became a naturalist who explored the wonders of the American West, an advocate for the establishment of national parks, and the founder of the Sierra Club.
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  • Harriet Tubman

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of Underground Railroad and anti-slavery leader Harriet Tubman and explains her place in American history.
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  • Harriet Tubman

    Kathie Billingslea Smith, James Seward

    Library Binding (Julian Messner, )
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  • Andrew Jackson

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of President Andrew Jackson and explains his place in American history.
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  • Sacagawea

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of Sacagawea, the Native American woman who took part in the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and explains her place in American history.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Babe Ruth Lib/E

    Matt Christopher, Nick Sullivan

    Audio CD (Blackstone Pub, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand-new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes listeners onto the plate with a baseball legend.Babe Ruth was baseball's first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and smart outfielder who made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport came through in his playfulness on the field and drive to win, but Babe had to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to become the greatest. This comprehensive biography tells the story behind the legend.
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  • Blake Griffin

    Matt Christopher, Alden Ford

    Preloaded Digital Audio Player (Hachette Audio, Dec. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights Blake Griffin is known for being a #1 draft pick, Rookie of the Year, Slam Dunk Contest winner, and one of the best power forwards playing today. But he had to fight to make it onto the NBA court at all after sitting out his first pro season with a devastating knee injury. Learn more about the perennial All-Star in this comprehensive biography, complete with photos and fun infographics.
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  • Thomas Jefferson

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of President Thomas Jefferson and explains his place in American history.
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  • Benjamin Franklin

    Monica Rausch

    Library Binding (Weekly Reader/Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the life and times of scientist, inventor, and statesman Benjamin Franklin and explains his place in American history.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Mia Hamm Lib/E

    Matt Christopher, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Blackstone Pub, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand-new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes listeners onto the field with a soccer legend.Mia Hamm's speed, aggressive play, and ability to read the field helped her become the best women's soccer player in the world. Her stellar performance as a college, World Cup, and Olympic champion made her a sports hero, and her story will inspire a new generation of young athletes. This comprehensive biography gives listeners an up-close look at one of America's greatest soccer stars.
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  • Great Americans in Sports: Blake Griffin Lib/E

    Matt Christopher, Alden Ford

    Audio CD (Blackstone Pub, Dec. 1, 2015)
    This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights.Blake Griffin is known for being a #1 draft pick, Rookie of the Year, Slam Dunk Contest winner, and one of the best power forwards playing today. But he had to fight to make it onto the NBA court at all after sitting out his first pro season with a devastating knee injury. Learn more about the perennial All-Star in this comprehensive biography.
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