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Christy Rivers is short in stature but determined at heart to play basketball for the Lady Lions in her senior year. After working on her shooting skills and perfecting on outside shot that is sure to earn a place on the team. The only problem is the team's star player, Liz Parker, doesn't want to share her MVP position. Christy shares her faith with others, struggles with having family in a war zone, and works to smooth the problems with Liz. When a new coach takes over the team, Liz begins a campaign to cause problems which may keep Christy's dream from coming true. While Liz tries to keep Christy off the team, Christy refuses to give up her dream. Who will win? Either way, the whole team is about to learn a valuable lesson about teamwork and every player counts.

Full of energy and easily distracted, Jessie feels like she doesn't quite fit-in at school. She longs for those people who 'get her' and love her for being different, quirks and all. Once Jessie is introduced to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, suddenly Jessie's new outlet becomes her happy place.Join Jessie on a path to discovery, confidence building and self-worth through the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu'Jessie Does Jiu Jitsu' is based on a true story, with real characters, authentic experiences and genuine love for the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. A fantastic book to introduce the art of BJJ to young readers, for those who enjoy the craft, and for those children who might feel 'misplaced' in the world, just like Jessie.Themes covered in the story include:-Confidence building-Celebrating differences-Fitting in-Empowerment-Being yourself**The 'Jessie Does Jiu Jitsu Colouring Book' is also now available, with all your favourite characters!**

The Lacrosse Shot is one of the Children's Picture Books in The Lacrosse Boys Series. The Lacrosse Shot brings about the topic of taking a chance, and not being afraid of failure. The book uses a boys lacrosse player named Reid that is afraid to take the chance shooting a goal in fear he may miss. The Lacrosse Shot is written by a lacrosse mom and illustrated with attention to detail on proper equipment for boys lacrosse. Reid is a lacrosse player for the Asteroids. He has great skills at catching and passing the ball, but he is in a shooting slump. For the past few games, every time Reid shoots, he misses. Now his misses have made him afraid because he doesn't want to shoot and miss again. Reid continues to play, but he passes the shooting opportunities to his teammates.During a big game, Reid gets one more chance to shoot as the clock is running out. Will he take his shot and end his shooting slump?

This sticker activity book comes with over 250 stickers and is perfect for fans of the great outdoors and Peter Rabbit! Walk through the woods, plant flowers, and visit the farmyard as you learn about the natural world with Peter Rabbit! This activity book has all of your favorite woodland friends and fun games that will keep you endlessly entertained. Perfect for road trips or a rainy day!

Sharing quality time in nature gives Kate and her dad a special bond as they navigate life together. This book highlights the power of a loving Christian father leading his daughter to Jesus through all of life's joys and challenges.

The Great Reds are a great team, but this year has been a bad one. Many of their players are injured and even the captain is not fit to play in a crucial game against WBA United. After WBA takes an early lead Robert, the acting captain, has to boost the morale of his players. He reminds them that it is only one-nil, and soon they draw level with their opponents. Through the second half he keeps on telling them "Never give up". They all try their very best, but no goals are scored, although their goalkeeper makes sure that the other sides doesn't score either. With only a few moments left, the team remind each other, "Never give up". Can something happen in the final moments to give them the win that they need so badly?

The members of the Great Reds soccer team have played their very best all season and are now to play the Mighty Reds and Blacks in the 2015 Championship finals. They are set to beat their opponents, but to their shock, the opposing team is soon up three-nil. They did not know if they could come back from this, but during the halftime break their captain reminds them of the team's motto: NEVER GIVE UP. Soon after the second half started, the Great Reds scored their first goal, and their supporters reminded them: NEVER GIVE UP. Will the Great Reds be able to score enough goals during the remaining time to become the champions?

Once there was a time when humans and aliens lived separated from each other.Now, soccer has united them. Ronni-Romario plays on Team Earth which is an 11-player soccer team. The first match of the Solar System Championship is to be played on their home turf, but can the team beat the aliens from Neptune who are both older, faster and stronger than themselves? Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets - Earth Versus Neptune is the first book in a space adventure series about soccer, team spirit and friendship. Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets are the coolest soccer books in the universe. – Robinio, 11 years old

Once there was a time when humans and aliens lived separated from each other. Now, soccer has united them. After beating Neptune, Team Earth travels to Mars. The second match of the Solar System Championship is going to take place, however, the boys are challenged by the climate of Mars which is very different from that of Earth. Will Ronni-Romario and his team mates be able to beat the horned aliens from Mars?Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets - Mars Versus Earth is the second book in a space adventure series about soccer, team spirit and friendship.Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets are the coolest soccer books in the universe. – Robinio, 11 years old

Once there was a time when humans and aliens lived separated from each other. Now, soccer has united them. The Earth is just one ball away from gaining the right to call itself the Soccer Planet. The space voyage transports Ronni-Romario and his team mates to the exotic Venus with its lush nature and pink aliens. Who will win the semi-finals? Can Team Earth make it all the way to the final round? Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets - Venus Versus Earth is the third book in a space adventure series about soccer, team spirit and friendship. Ronni-Romario and the Soccer Planets are the coolest soccer books in the universe. – Robinio, 11 years old

"Weatherby is a fish out of water. When she lands a scholarship to the prestigious Boston School, she's excited to be in the same world as her dad, whom she's never met, and make real friends. But Weatherby has a secret she'll risk everything to protect, one that could destroy her new life. Every member of Jack's wealthy and privileged family has made their mark at the Boston School. Everyone, that is, except for Jack, who is entirely mediocre. He's desperate to prove his worth to his influential father. But Jack has a secret of his own"--

Newbery Honoree Pam Muñoz Ryan weaves an entrancing tale of courage and self-discovery."Uniquely magical...Timely and timeless." -- New York Times* "This tightly packed, powerful fantasy contains resonant truths." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Another unforgettable work from a master storyteller." -- Booklist, starred review* "Richly tiered... wrenchingly real...compelling." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"A gem of a story with timely messages." -- School Library Journal"Rich and relevant." -- The Horn Book"A luminous embodiment of hope." -- Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor-winning author of One Crazy Summer and Clayton Byrd Goes Underground"Mañanaland is that rare gift of a book." -- Francisco X. Stork, award-winning author of DisappearedMaximiliano Córdoba loves stories, especially the legend Buelo tells him about a mythical gatekeeper who can guide brave travelers on a journey into tomorrow.If Max could see tomorrow, he would know if he'd make Santa Maria's celebrated fútbol team and whether he'd ever meet his mother, who disappeared when he was a baby. He longs to know more about her, but Papá won't talk. So when Max uncovers a buried family secret--involving an underground network of guardians who lead people fleeing a neighboring country to safety--he decides to seek answers on his own.With a treasured compass, a mysterious stone rubbing, and Buelo's legend as his only guides, he sets out on a perilous quest to discover if he is true of heart and what the future holds.This timeless tale of struggle, hope, and the search for tomorrow has much to offer today about compassion and our shared humanity.

Eleven-year-old Amar'e Stoudemire tries out for his school's team. Amar'e is good enough to play with the older kids, but the players that have been there the longest generally get the most playing time. Amar'e must deal with helping his team in a different way than he's used to.

Eleven-year-old Amar'e Stoudemire starts competing in basketball tournaments with his two best friends. After a few big wins, Amar'e starts getting attention from some of the older, more elite players in Lake Wales. He wants to elevate his game, and the only way to do that is to move on. Original.

Do you have a best friend that you do everything with? Well, Codeman does! It is his best friend Doeski. They have all kinds of adventures together and learn many life lessons along the way. They play games with each other almost every day. One thing is for sure, they are both incredibly competitive.In The Adventures of Codeman and Doeski: Episode 1, Codeman has a hard time excepting that Doeski keeps beating him at every game they play. Then Codeman finds out that Doeski will be gone for several days and that upsets him even more!When his dad comes home, he immediately notices that Codeman is very upset. Will his dad be able to cheer him up and teach him the importance of losing?

La vida está llena de decisiones. Pueden ser grandes o pequeñas. Algunas son fáciles, y otras toman más tiempo. ¡Pero asegúrate de seguir siempre tu corazón! Life is full of choices. They can be big or small. Some are easy, and some take more time. But be sure to always follow your heart! 2021 Golden Pinwheel Special Mention.

Safe at Home is a heartwarming story about Trevor, an 11-year-old boy whose aged great-grandfather gives him a 1915 Babe Ruth baseball card valued at $50,000. Trevor's joy is threatened by the mysterious disappearance of the card and by his friends' skepticism about great-grandpa's claim of being the only man in baseball history to steal home off Babe Ruth. Eventually Trevor learns some priceless lessons about friendship, truth and forgiveness.

When eighteen-year-old Mallory begrudgingly agrees to return to chess in one last charity tournament, her surprise upset against Nolan Sawyer, the reigning world champ and bad boy of the chess world, sets her on an worldwind adventure as she rediscovers her passion for the game.

"Little Lobo and his friends are excited for the out-of-this-world book festival that the Guadalupian Library hosts every year! Everyone has a special book they're looking for, but there's so much to see and do first"--

Rocky Race is determined, no-nonsense, and fast on her feet. But does she have what it takes to prove herself in an elite US soccer camp? This brand new series from award winning author Tom Palmer is about friendship, acceptance - and soccer!

Eva Beckie is a promising young figure skater pursuing a competitive path when she's struck down by an injury that takes her off the ice. While in recovery, she is presented with a unique opportunity to spend time with her grandparents. As she meanders down memory lane together with Grandpa Mac and Grammie, Eva learns all about perseverance, courage, determination, and her faith.