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Books in Captured History Sports series

  • History of Sports - Boxing

    John F. Grabowski

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Dec. 5, 2003)
    One of the oldest of all sports, the origins of boxing extend all the way back into the mists of antiquity. Although many critics are appalled by its cruelty and violence, few sports can match it for thrills, excitement, and non-stop action.
  • Skiing

    Alison Cotter

    Hardcover (Lucent, March 15, 2002)
    Discusses the origins and evolution of skiing, including different styles, equipment, and techniques, as well as memorable events and key personalities in the sport's history.
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  • History of Baseball

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Aug. 1, 2019)
    This title focuses on the history of Baseball and gives information related to its origins, fun facts, and superstars like Derek Jeter. This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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  • History of Golf

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Aug. 1, 2019)
    This title focuses on the history of Golf and gives information related to its origins, fun facts, and superstars like Tiger Woods. This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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  • Captured World History

    Michael Burgan, Danielle Smith-Llera

    Paperback (Compass Point Books, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Can a photograph change the world? Yes, and in many ways. Captured World History turns an eye to crucial moments in world history and iconic images that spread across the globe. Combining art, biography, history, and media literacy, Captured World History focuses on famous photographs known worldwide, details their initial effects, and describes how and why the images resonate today.
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  • Captured World History

    Michael Burgan, Danielle Smith-Llera

    Paperback (Compass Point Books, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Can a photograph change the world? Yes, and in many ways. Captured World History turns an eye to crucial moments in world history and iconic images that spread across the globe. Combining art, biography, history, and media literacy, Captured World History focuses on famous photographs known worldwide, details their initial effects, and describes how and why the images resonate today.
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  • Captured World History

    Michael Burgan, Danielle Smith-Llera

    Hardcover (Compass Point Books, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Can a photograph change the world? Yes, and in many ways. Captured World History turns an eye to crucial moments in world history and iconic images that spread across the globe. Combining art, biography, history, and media literacy, Captured World History focuses on famous photographs known worldwide, details their initial effects, and describes how and why the images resonate today.
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  • Captured Science History

    Michael Burgan, Don Nardo, Danielle Smith-Llera

    Paperback (Compass Point Books, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Can a photograph change the world? The answer is yes! Captured Science History explores how a single moment captured by a camera can influence science and change the course of scientific history―or world history, for that matter. Combining science, history, photography, and media literacy, this series looks at some of the most influential scientific breakthroughs and details how and why they came about.
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  • History of Football

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Aug. 1, 2019)
    This title focuses on the history of Football and gives information related to its origins, fun facts, and superstars like Tom Brady. This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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  • History of Sports

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Aug. 1, 2019)
    These exciting and informative books will turn any young reader into a sports fanatic! Learn all about the history of the world's most entertaining sports like football, basketball, and soccer. With easy text and thrilling pictures, these hi-lo books will have all young readers shouting for an encore! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
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  • First in Flight: How a Photograph Captured the Takeoff of the Wright Brothers' Flyer

    Michael Burgan

    Paperback (Compass Point Books, Aug. 1, 2020)
    On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the story of the historic first flight ever to life. Kids will feel as though they are at Kitty Hawk with Wilbur and Orville Wright as the brothers prepare to test their aircraft. They'll also learn about the history of flight and the skepticism that greeted the Wrights when they, at first, refused to release the photograph of their successful flight.
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  • Captured Science History

    Michael Burgan, Danielle Smith-Llera

    Paperback (Compass Point Books, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Can a photograph change the world? The answer is yes! Captured Science History explores how a single moment captured by a camera can influence science and change the course of scientific history-or world history, for that matter. Combining science, history, photography, and media literacy, this series looks at some of the most influential scientific breakthroughs and details how and why they came about.
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