Showing results by publisher "-emdashery books-" in Sports & Outdoors

Dirt bike racers don't let anything stand in their way as they blaze to the finish line. Tight turns, steep hills, or huge jumps - these riders brave them all. Take a look at dirt bikes, how they work, and the races they compete in.

They slam big-time dunks. They pull down rebounds. Who are the brightest stars in the game of basketball?

You’re hunting at the edge of a pond when a flock of mallards circles overhead. You raise your gun to aim. Do you have what it takes to bag a few ducks? Now is your chance to learn what you need to know about duck hunting history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.

Racing over snow and pulling a heavy a sled is all in a day’s work for these snow dogs. Learn what it takes to be a sled dog.

Serena Williams is a standout professional tennis player. Learn about her childhood and her rise to becoming a tennis superstar.

Hockey statistics come to life. Listeners won't look at math the same way again!

In 1973, two of the world's most famous tennis stars took part in what became known as the "Battle of the Sexes". Bobby Riggs embraced the idea that men were superior to women in every way and claimed that he would defeat any woman on the tennis court. Meanwhile, Billie Jean King was determined to beat him. She knew she could win and prove that women were as just good as men.

One wheel, two wheels, or three? There is a perfect bike for every rider. Check out the range of bike styles and find the perfect one for you.

Learn about the skills, equipment, and safety concerns of basketball.

Tempted to try out for cheerleading? Gearing up for your first competition? Find out what to expect during cheerleading tryouts and competitions. What experience do you need? How should you practice and prepare? Impress coaches and judges with your skill and confidence. Learn practical information such as how to calm your nerves, get in shape, and do your best on the big day.

Michelle Wie is a standout golfer. Learn about her childhood and her rise to becoming a golf superstar.

Mixed martial arts competitors wrestle, jab, and kick their ways to the top. The best fighters never pull any punches. Listen here for the biggest names in MMA.

La trayectoria relámpago de Roberto Clemente, que pasó de ser un adolescente con talento a un deportista legendario, es una historia para los libros de récords. Descubra cómo un joven de Puerto Rico se convirtió en un MVP, un Todos Estrellas y el primer latinoamericano en el Salón de la...

GOOOLLLLLASSSOOOOO! Prepárate para asistir en primera fila al evento deportivo más visto del planeta: la Copa del Mundo Cada cuatro años, treinta y dos de los mejores equipos de fútbol masculino de todo el mundo compiten por el título de campeón de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA. Más de mil...

NBA champion, sports analyst, and successful businessman Shaquille O'Neal is a lively and entertaining addition to the #1 New York Times Bestselling Series! Shaquille O'Neal discovered his love of basketball while spending time in an afterschool program called the Boys & Girls Club of America...

It’s no surprise that, with so much exposure to the game, your child has developed an interest in the sport. Every single time they’re around someone who loves baseball, they’re going to hear excited conversations about scores, player performance, and historical clashes between top players. And when your child starts to get curious and ask out-of-the-box questions, they’re going to turn to you for answers.

Nella seconda parte del primo campionato a 11, le Cipolline sono in crisi! Durante una partita Tommi subisce un grave infortunio a un ginocchio e deve passare a Dante la fascia di capitano. Il periodo di inattività lo mette a dura prova, ma un giorno l'allenatore riesce a organizzargli un incontro con Filippo Inzaghi, che gli racconta di sé: anche lui ha subito un grave infortunio e pensava di non poter più giocare, invece non solo si è ripreso, ma ha addirittura segnato un gol fondamentale in Champions League!

"Narrator Torian Brackett brings vocal gravitas to this biography of Jack Robinson, which dwells as much on the athlete's youth and post-baseball civil rights activism as it does on his groundbreaking career with the Brooklyn Dodgers. It's a powerful, stirringly delivered account..." - AudioFile...

Rampaging Rugby is the first audiobook in the Stupendous Sports series, which aims to do for sport what Horrible Histories did for Year Six history! Full of fascinating facts, player tips your coach won't tell you, irreverent explanations and plenty of practical instruction, this is a great book for kids of any age who are interesting in developing their rugby skills.

Michael Jordan admits that he has failed a lot, but failing has, also, allowed him to succeed. In the new Mini Movers and Shakers children's book series comes a cast of characters who have failed, yet succeeded despite overwhelming obstacles. Find out what happens in this kid's book about how taking chances and working hard is needed to succeed.