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Paralympic Sports Events
Robin Johnson
Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Aug. 1, 2009)The Paralympics are a series of sporting events for elite athletes with different physical abilities. This book examines the five Paralympic winter sportsalpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biathlon, ice sledge hockey, and wheelchair curlingand the athletes who compete in them. Prepare to be inspired by their courage, skill, and dedication to their sport.
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Track and Field
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 track and field events featured at the Olympics, including running, jumping, and throwing events. Includes a table of contents, Q&A boxes, glossary, further resources, and index.
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Combat Sports
Matt Doeden
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 the rules and types of combat sports in the Olympics, including wrestling, boxing, tae kwon do, judo, and fencing.
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Speed Skating
Joseph Gustaitis
Library Binding (Crabtree Publishing Company, Aug. 1, 2009)Explains how the combination of danger and velocity makes speed skating one of the most exciting winter sports. You'll find out how it got started, you'll learn about the different competitions and races, and you'll meet some of the champions who live for speed.
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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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Snowboarding
Paul Mason
Library Binding (Raintree, July 1, 2013)Though it’s relatively new, snowboarding is one of the most popular winter sports out there both because it’s thrilling to watch and fun to do! From half pipes to slalom courses, find out about the various types of snowboarding and what you’ll need to try it out!
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Curling
Claire Throp
Library Binding (Raintree, July 1, 2013)Discover the ins and outs of one of the world’s most unique winter sports: curling! This action-packed nonfiction book features the basics of curling, the proper gear and skills needed to play, and a close look at the history of the game and the current stars. With full-color photographs and easy-to-read text, children will find reading about this winter sport nearly as fun as playing it.
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Track and Field
Clive Gifford
Paperback (Saunders Book Co, )None
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Track and Field
Matt Doeden
Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2015)"Presents information about track and field in the Olympics including events such as relays, hurdles, pole vault, javelin throw, and shot put."--
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Bobsleigh, Luge, and Skeleton
Robin Johnson
Library Binding (Crabtree Publishing Company, Aug. 1, 2009)In this book, youll learn how bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton competitors speed down steep, twisting tracks on aerodynamic sleds. Youll learn about the racers, their equipment, and the records they hold. Youll also discover that in these fast-paced sports, every secondand hundredth of a secondcounts.
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Swimming and Diving
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 rules and types of swimming and diving events featured at the Olympics, including swimming races, diving, and artistic swimming (formerly synchronized swimming). Includes a table of contents, Q&A boxes, glossary, further resources, and index.
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