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Issues in Sports series.
These hot topics are treated in a low-key way that highlights not only the social and physical hazards in sports but also how sports can contribute to one's personal development and community ties. Unfortunately, some of the examples selected to portray the problems aren't really well developed. Interesting photos, sidebars, and thoughtful discussion questions supplement the narratives. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Issues in Sports titles: Injuries in Sports, Violence in Sports, High-Pressure Youth Sports, and Equality in Sports.
48 pp.
| ABDO
| January, 2012
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61783-282-6$31.35
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SportsZone: Inside College Basketball series.
These volumes offer histories of the title college basketball programs along with play-by-play details of important games and information about star players and coaches, all supported by plentiful archival photographs. Authored by professional sports writers, the conversational texts will engage basketball fans and reluctant readers alike. Appended "Quick Stats" and "Quotes and Anecdotes" enhance the presentation. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these SportsZone: Inside College Basketball titles: Georgetown Hoyas, Connecticut Huskies, Duke Blue Devils, and Kansas Jayhawks.
48 pp.
| ABDO
| September, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61783-151-5$31.35
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SportsZone: Inside the NBA series.
Rich with facts, play-by-play game details, and an abundance of archival photographs, these volumes provide engaging histories of four NBA teams. In each book, coaches and players are highlighted (e.g., from Celtics legends Bill Russell and Larry Bird to contemporary stars Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett). The squads' triumphs and tragedies are supported by stats, quotes, and anecdotes. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind. Review covers these SportsZone: Inside the NBA titles: Charlotte Bobcats, Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, and Atlanta Hawks.
112 pp.
| ABDO
| September, 2010
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61613-540-9$32.79
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Essential Health: A Guy's Guide series.
Each chapter contains a vignette about a teenage boy that highlights a specific problem with friendships, relationships, sportsmanship, or puberty, followed by a brief section offering professional advice from "Dr. Robyn" and thoughts from the author. Most pages feature stock photos or sidebars posing critical-thinking questions. Although not all of the stories sound authentic, teen boys may find some of the advice useful. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Essential Health: A Guy's Guide titles: Body Double, Got Your Back, I Luv U 2, and Game Face.
128 pp.
| Enslow
| March, 2010
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3586-7$31.93
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Sports Stars Who Give Back series.
These volumes follow the evolution of each athlete's career, providing adulatory but brief biographical background and highlights of their achievements. Despite the series title, information about charitable work isn't a major focus. First-person quotes help make the texts more engaging. Photos and text boxes appear throughout. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars Who Give Back titles: Dwight Howard, Kyle Busch, David Wright, Ben Roethlisberger, and David Beckham.
128 pp.
| Enslow
| March, 2010
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3589-8$31.93
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Sports Stars Who Give Back series.
These volumes follow the evolution of each athlete's career, providing adulatory but brief biographical background and highlights of their achievements. Despite the series title, information about charitable work isn't a major focus. First-person quotes help make the texts more engaging. Photos and text boxes appear throughout. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars Who Give Back titles: Dwight Howard, Kyle Busch, David Wright, Ben Roethlisberger, and David Beckham.
128 pp.
| Enslow
| April, 2009
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3301-6$31.93
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Heroes of Racing series.
These titles cover the highs and lows in the careers of racing stars; very brief details about their personal lives are also included. Though the information is superficial, there's enough detail to hook fans. Crisp full-page photos, sidebars, and appended statistical charts and lists of accomplishments enhance the texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Heroes of Racing titles: Jeff Burton, Darrell Waltrip, Dale Earnhardt, Sr., Kevin Harvick, Danica Patrick, and Richard Petty.
128 pp.
| Enslow
| June, 2008
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-2998-9$31.93
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Heroes of Racing series.
This series profiles contemporary race car drivers, focusing mainly on their careers. Each first chapter describes a career high point, then subsequent chapters sketch out childhood and the ups and downs of the subject's racing development. Though the information is superficial, there's enough detail to hook racing fans. Photographs, sidebars, and statistical charts enhance the texts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Heroes of Racing titles: Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Mark Martin, and Matt Kenseth.
128 pp.
| Enslow
| September, 2007
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-2868-5$31.93
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Sports Stars with Heart series.
Adulatory biographies of popular contemporary athletes focus mostly on their impressive careers. Their childhoods are also highlighted, as are their philanthropic works and any struggles with adversity. Each volume is filled with action photographs and play-by-play details (though the Timberwolves' assertion, "We're not going to trade Kevin Garnett" proved false). Appended material includes career stats and achievements. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Sports Stars with Heart titles: Steve Nash, Albert Pujols, Tiki Barber, Andruw Jones, Donovan McNabb, and Kevin Garnett.