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Books in Extreme Sports Biographies series

  • Travis Pastrana: Motocross Superstar

    Jamie Poolos

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2004)
    Profiles Travis Pastrana, a motocross champion, discussing his childhood, competitions, and physical setbacks.
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  • George Springer

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Fly!, Aug. 1, 2018)
    This title focuses on George Springer and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind. The title is complete with beautiful, colorful photographs and simple text. 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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  • Aaron Judge

    Allan Morey

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Aug. 20, 2019)
    Get ready for eight new titles in our action-packed Pro Sports Biographies series. Featuring the skills and accomplishments of the best female and male athletes, these books are sure to be a slam-dunk among young sports fans. Accessible text and action photos of the stars bring the athlete's stories to life. A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge. Describes his childhood, when he started playing baseball, and how he got to be a power hitter in the MLB. Includes a fact sheet with highlighted accomplishments, table of contents, glossary, books, and websites.
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  • Travis Pastrana: Motocross Champion

    Ian F. Mahaney

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2005)
    Presents the life and accomplishments of one of the most successful motocross champions of all time.
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  • Extreme Sports: Skateboard!

    Constance Loizos

    Paperback (National Geographic Children's Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    From the street to the pipe and all the way to luge, Skateboard! gives kids some fantastic inspiration for extreme fun right in their own neighborhood. Skateboarding is becoming a BIG COMPETITION SPORT EXTREME SPORTS IN GENERAL ARE OF HIGH INTEREST TO KIDS. FUN TO READ with it's convenient size, spectacular photos, clear drawings, and engaging text. With National Geographic's new series, Extreme Sports, kids can learn the tricks of the pros, use the cool vocabulary, and vicariously experience the thrill of participating in extreme sports without leaving home. Each book is a quick, fun, and comprehensive introduction to its sport. Skateboard! covers street, vert, downhill, street luge, mountain boarding. Info about the competitions and the stars and explanations of the moves round out the book.
  • Dave Mirra: BMX Superstar

    Aaron Rosenberg

    Paperback (Rosen Publishing Group, Jan. 1, 2005)
    Extreme sports have become some of the most popular sports among young people and they have begun to create their own superstars. Dave Mirra is one such star. This biography gives readers an intimate look at the master of BMX's rise to fame.
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  • Sports Biographies: Tom Brady

    Andrea Alexander

    Hardcover (Mascot Books, March 7, 2017)
    Tom Brady is one of the biggest names in the NFL. Drafted by the Patriots in 2000, he's led his team to several Super Bowl championships and earned Super Bowl MVP awards! Read more about his football story and how he made his dream of becoming an NFL quarterback come true.
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  • José Altuve

    Kenny Abdo

    Library Binding (Abdo Zoom, Sept. 1, 2018)
    This title focuses on Josâe Altuve and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind.
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  • Tony Hawk: Skateboarding Champion

    Ian F Mahaney

    Paperback (Rosen Publishing Group, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Most children today have heard the name Tony Hawk. This superstar helped to make skateboarding a respected, mainstream sport. How well did Tony do in his first competition? How did Tony name his stalefish trick? Offer your students more than just the standard information about the skateboarder nicknamed Birdman. Excite your readers with this biography of Tony Hawk, a respected sportsman, a devoted father, and a world-famous icon of skateboarding.
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  • Extreme Sports: Dive!

    Darice Bailer

    Paperback (National Geographic Children's Books, May 1, 2002)
    These high-speed introductions to extreme sports showcase the skills and share the secrets of these sports. These are ideal books to have on hand for any youngster with an interest in sports. Showcasing safety tips and proper equipment, these books are informative and action-packed.
  • Pro Sports Biographies: J.J. Watt

    Elizabeth Raum

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Aug. 29, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated biography for early readers on Houston Texans defensive end Justin "J.J." Watt. Describes his childhood, when he started playing football, and how he got to be an NFL player. Includes a fact sheet with highlighted accomplishments, glossary, books, and websites.
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  • Tony Hawk and His Team: Skateboarding Superstars

    Lita Sorensen

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, July 1, 2004)
    Introduces the life and accomplishments of champion skateboarder Tony Hawk.
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