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Amazing Athletes

Author : Marie-Claude Ouellet
Publisher : Owlkids
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1771474858

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Amazing Athletes by Marie-Claude Ouellet Pdf

An uplifting and engaging celebration of Paralympic champions and the sports they dominate Discover the world of Para sport and meet some of its greatest athletes in this fascinating look at the third-largest sporting event in the world, the Paralympics Games. This nonfiction book introduces readers to Canadian Paralympians and the sports they play, from PEI-born Para ice hockey pro Billy Bridges, to Goalball player and Iranian refugee Ahmad Zeividavi. Each section details a competitor's journey to professional sports, their greatest triumphs, and what inspires them most. Along the way, readers will deepen their knowledge of Para sports like Wheelchair curling, Para swimming, and more. Drawing on interviews with competitors and comprehensive research, Amazing Athletes examines how disability and sport intersect, and encourages readers to persevere as they pursue their passions, athletic or otherwise. Dynamic, full-color photos bring the athletes to life, while a glossary invites curiosity and further research.

40 Inspiring Icons: Amazing Athletes

Author : Jean-Michel Billioud
Publisher : Wide Eyed Editions
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780711252547

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40 Inspiring Icons: Amazing Athletes by Jean-Michel Billioud Pdf

Records smashed… incredible athletic feats… Medals won... The top 40 Olympic athletes of all time are here!In this fun, fact-packed book from the 40 Inspiring Icons series, learn how these athletic stars became the best in the world. Relive Usain Bolt’s astonishing record-breaking runs, learn about Charlotte Cooper, the first ever female Olympic champion, meet the most decorated Olympic athlete of all time, Michael Phelps, and see some of the most impressive wins in history. From Nawal El Moutawakel, the first female Muslim born on the continent of Africa to become an Olympic champion, to gymnastic prodigy Simone Biles, whose skills on the vault and the floor are admired all over the world, these are the 40 Olympic Athletes to be learned about by all: Spyrídon Loúis; Charlotte Cooper; Madge Syers; Jim Thorp; Paavo Nuurmi; Johnny Weissmuller; Mildred Didrickson; Jesse Owens; Marjorie Gestring; Francina Blankers-Koen; Micheline Ostermeyer; Emil Zatopek; Betty Cuthbert; Wilma Rudolph; Abebe Bikila; Tommie Smith; Bob Beamon; Mark Spitz; Nadia Comaneci; Sebastian Coe; Birgit Fisher; Daley Thompson; Nawal El Moutawakil; Carl Lewis; Steve Redgrave; Marie-Jo Pérec; Valentina Vezzali; Michael Johnson; Maria Mutola; Cathy Freeman; Yelena Isinbayeva; Michael Phelps; Tony Estanguet; Usain Bolt; Teddy Riner; Mo Farah; Isabell Werth; Simone Biles; Trisha Zorn; Michael Edgson; Ellie Simmonds; Jonas Jacobsson Each spread presents a single athlete, highlighting key facts about their careers, honors, stats and legendary performances, along with a fun, illustrated depiction of them. Every athlete is a winner in their own way, but who will you choose as your hero? Each book in the 40 Inspiring Icons series introduces readers to a fascinating non-fiction subject through its 40 most famous people or groups. Explore these other great topics through their most interesting icons: People of Peace, Super Scientists, Soccer Stars, Music Legends, Black Music Greats and Greek Gods and Heroes.

I Can Be Sporty: Amazing Athletes Who Pushed the Boundaries

Author : Shalini Vallepur
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781978519749

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I Can Be Sporty: Amazing Athletes Who Pushed the Boundaries by Shalini Vallepur Pdf

Sometimes competing in a sport is about more than playing a game. It can be about proving to yourself that you can overcome an obstacle. It can demonstrate to others that a disability can't stop you. With this volume, readers will find many reasons to play sports as they admire the biographical details of featured athletes and competitors. These sedulous stars come from many different backgrounds and disciplines including Bruce Lee and Serena Williams. Cute cartoon characters, fun activities, and encouraging quotes accompany the accessible narrative.

40 Inspiring Icons: Amazing Athletes

Author : Jean-Michel Billioud
Publisher : Wide Eyed Editions
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Athletes
ISBN : 9780711252523

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40 Inspiring Icons: Amazing Athletes by Jean-Michel Billioud Pdf

40 Inspiring Icons: Amazing Athletes introduces you to the top 40 Olympic athletes of all time with fun illustrations and key stats and facts.

Sidney Crosby

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : LernerClassroom
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761341390

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Sidney Crosby by Jeff Savage Pdf

Looks at the life and accomplishments of the hockey star who was the number one draft pick for the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2005.

Alex Ovechkin

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761376729

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Alex Ovechkin by Jeff Savage Pdf

Highlights the life and rise to fame of the Washington Capitals' charismatic Alexander Ovechkin, who represented Russia in the World Juniors and participated in the Olympics before signing the most lucrative contract in NHL history.

Aaron Rodgers

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : Lerner Digital ™
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781512459807

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Aaron Rodgers by Jeff Savage Pdf

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! 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.

Kevin Durant

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : LernerClassroom
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761378198

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Kevin Durant by Jeff Savage Pdf

Profiles the life and accomplishments of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant.

Bryce Harper

Author : Jon M. Fishman
Publisher : LernerClassroom
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06
Category : Baseball players
ISBN : 1467721840

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Bryce Harper by Jon M. Fishman Pdf

Profiles the life and career accomplishments of the Washington Nationals outfielder, the youngest position player in history to start in the All-Star game.

Dwight Howard

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761362432

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Dwight Howard by Jeff Savage Pdf

As the first player taken in the 2004 National Basketball Association (NBA) draft, Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard created high expectations. He has more than lived up to the hype. Dwight led his team to the NBA Finals in 2008-2009 and was named Defensive Player of the Year. In 2009-2010 Dwight was named to the Eastern Conference All-Star Team for the third time. He also became the first player ever to receive more than three million All-Star votes from fans. Follow Dwight's career all the way to the top of the NBA.

Amazing Women Athletes

Author : Jill Bryant
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1896764444

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Amazing Women Athletes by Jill Bryant Pdf

Describes the accomplishments of women athletes, including Bobbie Rosenfeld, Julie Krone, Cathy Freeman, and Hayley Wickenheiser.

Maya Moore

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761386377

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Maya Moore by Jeff Savage Pdf

Presents the life and accomplishments of the female basketball player.

Josh Hamilton

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : LernerClassroom
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761346043

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Josh Hamilton by Jeff Savage Pdf

Looks at the life and accomplishments of the outfielder for the Texas Rangers and discusses the injuries and addiction that derailed his career in 2001.

Roger Federer

Author : Jeff Savage
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780822599951

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Roger Federer by Jeff Savage Pdf

Looks at the life and accomplishments of the Swiss tennis player who became the first man to win five straight titles at two different Grand Slam events.

The Black Migrant Athlete

Author : Munene Franjo Mwaniki
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781496202864

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The Black Migrant Athlete by Munene Franjo Mwaniki Pdf

The popularity and globalization of sport have led to an ever-increasing migration of black athletes from the global South to the United States and Western Europe. While the hegemonic ideology surrounding sport is that it brings diverse people together and ameliorates social divisions, sociologists of sport have shown this to be a gross simplification. Instead, sport and its narratives often reinforce and re-create stereotypes and social boundaries, especially regarding race and the prowess and the position of the black athlete. Because sport is a contested terrain for maintaining and challenging racial norms and boundaries, the black athlete has always impacted popular (white) perceptions of blackness in a global manner. The Black Migrant Athlete analyzes the construction of race in Western societies through a study of the black African migrant athlete. Munene Franjo Mwaniki presents ten black African migrant athletes as a conceptual starting point to interrogate the nuances of white supremacy and of the migrant and immigrant experience with a global perspective. By using celebrity athletes such as Hakeem Olajuwon, Dikembe Mutombo, and Catherine Ndereba as entry points into a global discourse, Mwaniki explores how these athletes are wrapped in social and cultural meanings by predominately white-owned and -dominated media organizations. Drawing from discourse analysis and cultural studies, Mwaniki examines the various power relations via media texts regarding race, gender, sexuality, class, and nationality.