Bøger af Chros McDougall

Explores the history of goalball, the classification system used for the sport, and notable athletes. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

"For much of soccer's early years, women's players were hoping just to have the chance to take the field. But since the 1980s, the women's game has grown in popularity worldwide, and its top players have become global sports icons. This title introduces readers to some of the sport's early pioneering women and traces the history of the women's game through the superstars who have made women's soccer one of the fastest-growing sports on the planet. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index."--Publisher's description.

"Soccer fans worldwide love nothing more than to cheer their team to victory over their most heated rival. Soccer rivalries take many forms, from international duels between countries down to local grudge matches between clubs who share the same city. This title introduces readers to some of the top rivalries in the world, explaining how they began and why they are still important today. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index." --

Soccer introduces readers to the sport of soccer. In addition to learning the basic skills and strategies of the sport, readers will discover the history of soccer and how the sport is played around the globe. Readers will also learn about the iconic teams and players that have made soccer the most popular sport in the world. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

This encyclopedia highlights more than 40 Olympic sports. Alongside both historic and recent photographs, readers will learn about the basics of each competition, its origin, how it has changed throughout the years, and the icons in each sport. In addition, this book provides information about the Paralympics. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

""Soccer has long been the most popular sport around the world. North America's interest in the game has never been greater. And Major League Soccer has inspired a new generation of fans in the United States and Canada. Inside MLS will give readers a look at the iconic teams, legendary players, and memorable moments in the league's history"--

Sports take on a new meaning when a gold medal is on the line, and whether it's the Summer or Winter Olympics--or the Paralympics that follow--the athletes always find a way to deliver. This guide covers all the thrilling moments and greatest stars from Olympic history.

This title introduces soccer fans to the history of one of the top MLS clubs, Toronto FC. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, team facts, a glossary, and an index.

This title offers a detailed look at the effect gambling has had on the sports world. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.

"Describes hockey records including most goals scored, most Stanley Cup wins, longest undefeated streak, and more. Includes fun facts and an "Impossible to Break?" special feature"--

"Describes several football records, including most touchdown passes, most games won, most catches, and more. Includes fun facts and an "Impossible to Beat?" special feature"--

This title describes the record-breaking athletes and teams of basketball. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Impossible to Break special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of basketball's records and the athletes who set them.

This title describes the record-breaking athletes and teams of baseball. With compelling images, fun facts, and an Impossible to Break special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of baseball's records and the athletes who set them.

"Describes the life and career of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen, including his early life, college career with Minnesota State University, time on the Vikings' practice squad, and professional career" --

"Describes the life and career of Pittsburg Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, including his early life, college career at the University of South California, and turn professional"--

"Describes the life and career of professional golfer Brooks Koepka, including his early life, college career, and professional career, including his qualification for the Professional Golfer Association (PGA) tour"--