Books in How-To Sports series

This series gives kids a how-to look at the exciting world of sports. Exploring topics from history and international roles to rules and good sportsmanship, these books will draw readers into the fast-paced world of organized games.-- Easy-to-understand diagrams of field positions, equipment, and offensive and defensive roles-- Glossary of the technical terms used in each sport-- Action-packed photos of all levels of play, kids to adults

Kids love reading about and playing baseball! This simple title will introduce young readers to the basic rules of the game and what gear is needed to play. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Sports are fun to play and read about! These titles will present simple information and the general rules of each sport. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Kids love reading about and playing basketball! This simple title will introduce young readers to the basic rules of the game and what gear is needed to play. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

One of the Olympic Games’ most popular winter sports, figure skating’s appeal lies in its combination of gymnastic grace, athletic accuracy, and creative expression — with a healthy dash of personal drama mixed in. A new entry in the How Sports Work series, How Figure Skating Works investigates the slippery science behind the sport. With the same grace and joy as skating itself, the book leaps into all aspects of the sport, from its history and dazzling moves to its most famous competitors. Readers learn how certain ice surfaces can improve a skater’s performance; how skates allow skaters to glide, twist, stop, and turn with breathtaking ease; skating’s most inventive (and strangest) moves; the stories behind the spectacular costumes; how skaters stave off dizzy spells during their stunning spins; and much, much more. Extras like pop-up factoids, tips for improving moves, a rules-and-regulations section, and a glossary with all the need-to-know terms make any reader a master of the sport.

Kids love reading about and playing football! This simple title will introduce young readers to the basic rules of the game and what gear is needed to play. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Discover the science of basketball!The third book in the How Sports Work series, How Basketball Works follows the highly successful How Hockey Works and How Baseball Works.Keltie Thomas’s energetic style of writing, and Greg Hall’s witty illustrations complement each other once again. This slam dunk team now presents an enthusiastic look into the science of basketball.A lively, vibrant design comes together with charismatic illustrations and striking photos of pro players past and present. Engaging running text is complemented by "Quick Hit" factoids, "Star" highlights with stories of the pros, "Tips" providing hints for improving your own game, and fun "Try This" activities to help develop related skills. "Legends of the Game" pages in each chapter put the spotlight on the most significant players and events in basketball’s history. A "Rules and Regs" section and glossary are jam-packed with the lowdown on the lingo and need-to-know information to make any reader an expert at the basics of the game.