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Books in Olympic Sports series

  • Gymnastics

    M. K. Osborne

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Jan. 21, 2020)
    Every four years, athletes gather to test their strength and speed against the world's best at the Summer Olympic Games. This updated series explains the most popular Olympic sporting events to young readers who are eager to watch the excitement. Includes a table of contents, Q&A boxes, glossary, further resources, and index. This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of gymnastics featured at the Olympics, including artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline. Includes a table of contents, Q&A boxes, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Winter Olympic Sports: Speed Skating

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, July 18, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic speedskating. Includes descriptions of each of the men's and women's long and short races. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Gymnastics

    Kate Haycock

    Library Binding (Crestwood House, Oct. 1, 1991)
    An overview of the events that make up the gymnastics portion of the Olympic Games, with highlights of great athletes and moments.
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  • Track and Field

    Clive Gifford

    Paperback (Saunders Book Co, )
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  • Winter Olympic Sports: Bobsled and Luge

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, July 18, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic bobsled, luge, and skeleton events. Includes descriptions of each of these men's and women's sliding sports. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Winter Olympic Sports: Skiing

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, July 18, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic skiing sports. Includes descriptions of each of the men's and women's aerial, freestyle, alpine, and Nordic ski events. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Gymnastics

    Clive Gifford

    Library Binding (Amicus, Sept. 1, 2011)
    This insightful series explores different sports—how and where they're played, the equipment and kit needed, and how to get involved. There are tips on training and on developing techniques. The books also feature sporting heroes at the top of their game, with exciting photos of them showing their skills in action.
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  • Winter Olympic Sports: Ice Hockey and Curling

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, July 18, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic ice hockey and Olympic curling. Includes descriptions of each of these men's and women's ice sports, including the mixed doubles curling event. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Winter Olympic Sports: Figure Skating

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, July 18, 2017)
    A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic figure skating. Includes descriptions of men's and women's singles program, ice dancing, pairs skating, and the team figure skating events. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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  • Team Sports at the Paralympics

    Matt Bowers

    Hardcover (Amicus, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Paralympics are here and there's so much to see! From fast paced team sports to intense individual races, the world's best athletes with disabilities come together to compete in Olympic-style games. High-impact photography will keep readers engaged while learning about athletes who compete for a gold medal.
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  • Gymnastics

    Clive Gifford

    Paperback (Saunders Book Co, )
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  • Swimming and Diving

    Allan Morey

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Feb. 2, 2016)
    Once every four years, the best athletes gather at the Summer Olympic Games in tests of speed, strength, and teamwork. Learn about the most popular events and how they captivate audiences around the world. High-imapct photography will engage readers, while the carefully leveled text will help struggling readers be successful. Presents information about swimming and diving in the Olympics including different types of swimming strokes, different diving events, and synchronized swimming.
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