Showing results by publisher "----RM Alexander" in Sports & Outdoors

Although she's just four feet, 11 inches tall, Gabby Douglas made a larger-than-life impact on the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Gabby dominated the gymnastics all-around competition with her flawless execution and amazingly high flips, winning gold by a landslide. In early 2012, this pint-sized powerhouse was ready to quit gymnastics for good, but she kept going. Competing at the Olympics at just 16 years old, she became the best female gymnast in the world. Hear about this incredible athlete's journey from Virginia Beach to London gold.

How does a sheet of leather become a football? Follow each step in the process - from cutting the leather to pumping air into the finished ball - in this fascinating audiobook!

Many people believed NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers would quickly become a star when he joined the Green Bay Packers in 2005. But as the backup to Brett Favre, Aaron didn't get to play much during his first three seasons. When Aaron took over as starting quarterback in 2008, he showed that he belonged on the field. Aaron led his team to the playoffs in 2009. The next season, he guided the Packers to victory in Super Bowl XLV. Learn more about this amazing quarterback's journey from his childhood in California all the way to Super Bowl MVP.

How does a piece of wood become a brand-new baseball bat? Follow each step in the process - from cutting the wood to shipping the bat to a store - in this fascinating book!

How does a sheet of plastic become a soccer ball? Follow each step in the process - from strengthening the plastic to boxing up a brand new ball - in this fascinating book!

How does a roll of leather become a pair of basketball shoes? Follow each step in the process - from cutting the leather to making sure the finished pair is perfect - in this fascinating book!

Did you know that the top motocross best trick riders can fly off jumps without holding on to their bikes? At the X Games best trick competition, you might see stunts like no-handers, can cans, and no-footers. Some pro best trick riders can even pull off a double backflip!

What if a boxer and a wrestler fought? Who would win? What if a fighter skilled in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tangled with a foe trained in traditional judo? These were questions that fans of combat sports asked for years, but how to settle it? The answer: mixed martial arts. In this action-packed book, you'll meet the superstars and record holders of mixed martial arts, get behind-the-scenes details about some of its most dramatic moments, and find out what the future holds for this radical hybrid sport.

Why did you invite the mushroom to the camping trip? Because he's a fun-gi! Get ready to have tons of laughs and fun that will keep you entertained for hours on your next camping trip! A must-have at either the campfire or to enjoy at home!

Abby and Tommy are on another mystery-solving adventure in their small beach town. Today they are on the case to help Coach Hill, the Pismo High School basketball coach. They need to find the team uniforms before the back-to-school basketball jam.... Can they solve the case? Join in and see if you can solve the case with these two great mystery-solvers. The audiobook promotes health, teamwork, and fun for kids of all ages.

The story of a poor boy from Brazil who became the greatest soccer player of all time and one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century! His parents may have named him Edson Arantes do Nascimento, but to the rest of the world, he was known as Pelé. The soccer forward stunned...

One of basketball's grittiest point guards, Jeremy Lin had an incredible journey to get to where he is today as a highly-capable starting point guard. Despite his successes, Jeremy Lin remains incredibly humble and a role model for aspiring basketball players around the world. He has become a global icon, and you'll hear the inspirational story of what makes Jeremy so great and why it should be no surprise why he is so successful today.

This audiobook offers readers a close-up look at dragsters. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this short audiobook provides a thrilling overview of this exciting vehicle.

In Gordon Hayward: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Star Forwards, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier forwards, Gordon Hayward. Few would have expected when he was selected with the 9th overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft that Gordon Hayward would become as influential of a player as he is today. For seven years, he played on the Utah Jazz and helped the franchise return to prominence after it had spent years looking from the outside in during the playoffs.

At 17, Karen Chen has already achieved what some girls can only dream of - and it's only the beginning for her. The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, she began figure skating at five. Ten years and many grueling training sessions later, she won a bronze medal at the 2015 US Championships after sustaining a nearly career-ending ankle fracture a year earlier. In 2017, she became the US National Champion, winning gold twice and receiving the highest score ever recorded for the short program at the US National level.

In Richard Sherman: The Inspiring Story of One of Football's Greatest Cornerbacks, you will learn the inspirational story of one of football's premier cornerbacks, Richard Sherman. Since joining the NFL in 2011, Sherman has solidified his legacy as one of the most impressive cornerbacks to ever play the game, with his sheer dominance as the holder of the most interceptions and defended passes of any active player at the time of this writing.

On August 2, 2012, American Gabby Douglas won the Olympic all-around gymnastics gold medal while also capturing the hearts of the world. The Day Gabby Douglas Won Gold will surely inspire young listeners as they relive the moment when the gymnast's dream came true.

L'animazione: un magico mondo per bambini, uno spazio pieno di giochi, musica e divertimento. Un manuale pieno di consigli, tecniche e segreti per fare al meglio l'animatore.

In Isaiah Thomas: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Prolific Point Guards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier point guards, Isaiah Thomas. The Boston Celtics secured the top seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2016-2017 season behind the leadership of Isaiah Thomas. Thomas, just 5' 9'' in stature, has overcome many obstacles to become one of the best scorers in the league. His ability to both penetrate and create shot opportunities for himself are truly impressive, making him the Celtics' go-to scorer in the fourth quarter.

Gooooooo team! Do you want to learn more about cheerleading? Or are you already a cheerleader? Either way, this is the audiobook for you! You'll find tips about everything from cheer gear and tryouts, to snappy snacks and the perfect ponytail. Jump right into the sport of cheerleading!