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  • BMX Racing

    Bill Gutman

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 1995)
    Describes the beginning of motocross racing in the 1970s, and includes information on the special bikes and tracks, along with safety preparations.
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  • Hot Air Ballooning

    Kelli Hicks

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of hot air ballooning and examines some of its competitions and popular locations.
    T

  • Diving

    Tony Norman

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 15, 2005)
    This series takes readers into the realm of true adventure, from extreme sports to surviving in the wilderness, describing the equipment needed for each sport, and the skills required by those who dare.
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  • BMX

    Joanne Mattern

    Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Describes the exciting sport of BMX racing and its riders. Includes information on equipment, technique, and races.
    M

  • Karate

    Bill Gutman

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 1995)
    Provides an introduction to the martial art known as karate. Includes information on some basic moves and competitions.
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  • Action Sports

    John Hamilton

    Library Binding (A & D Xtreme, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Action Sports introduces readers to the thrills of today's most popular individual sports. From the leg-pumping action of BMX to frosty snowboarding skills, bold, full-color photographs bring action and excitement to each page. Short, easy-to-read bursts of information explain each sport's history, rules, tips, and tricks. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Skateboarding Street Style

    Thomas Streissguth

    Paperback (Riverstream Pub, Jan. 14, 2014)
    Describes the history of skateboarding in urban settings, the equipment required, and how it is performed both for recreation and in competition.
    N

  • Gymnastics

    Joe Herran, Ron Thomas

    Library Binding (Chelsea Clubhouse, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Presents information on gymnastics, discussing equipment, safety, techniques, and competions.
    X

  • Football in Action

    John Crossingham

    Library Binding (Lenka Tulenka, April 9, 2009)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Children will learn about the positions on the football field, rules, proper equipment, and the importance of safety.

  • Skateboarding

    Joanne Mattern

    Hardcover (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Joanne Mattern
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  • Cycling in Action

    John Crossingham, Bonna Rouse

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, May 1, 2002)
    An overview of the sport explains the differences between road bikes, mountain bikes, BMX bikes, and specialty bikes while offering advice on safety, daytrips, racing, and maintenance.
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  • Windsurfing

    Amanda Wray

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 1991)
    Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of windsurfing and examines some of its competitions and popular locations.
    Q