Epic Athletes Patrick Mahomes

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250762320

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Epic Athletes: Patrick Mahomes by Dan Wetzel Pdf

In this uplifting illustrated middle-grade biography, acclaimed sports journalist Dan Wetzel tackles the real-life story of the NFL's brightest rising star, quarterback Patrick Mahomes! In 2018, Patrick Mahomes stepped onto the gridiron as the new, inexperienced quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Just twenty-two-years old at the time, football fans wondered if this young man could live up to lofty expectations. Little did they know, a star was about to be born. By season's end, Patrick threw a whopping fifty touchdowns, the youngest to ever do so, and took his team nearly all the way to the Super Bowl. And the next season, he became the youngest quarterback ever to win Super Bowl MVP! With limitless potential, Patrick not only emerged as the NFL's most dynamic and exciting player, but he's also become a role model to kids across the country. Filled with sports action and comic-style illustrations by Marcelo Baez, this inspiring biography tells the story of the new king of pro football. Praise for Epic Athletes: * "Wetzel knows how to organize the facts and tell a good story. [A]n unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist, starred review “Dan Wetzel has a winning formula in his Epic Athletes series, sure to appeal to young sports fans.” —The Buffalo News

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295842

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Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry by Dan Wetzel Pdf

In Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry, acclaimed journalist and bestselling author Dan Wetzel tells the inspiring, electrifying story of the NBA superstar, beginning a new series of sports biographies for young readers! Featuring comic-style illustrations by Zeke Peña! When you think of Stephen Curry, one word comes to mind: greatness. From shooting three-pointers with laser precision to his clutch ability to hit buzzer-beaters time and again, he has established himself as one of the best players in pro basketball. But greatness was never a guarantee for Steph. The son of a talented NBA player, he dreamed of one day playing professionally just like his dad. Yet Steph, who was always smaller and weaker than the competition, was told over and over that he would never be talented enough to be a college star or NBA player--let alone the MVP of the entire league. Through tenacity and hard work, he proved them all wrong and went on to dismantle the record books. With the high energy of a TV commentator, and featuring dynamic comic-style illustrations, this engaging biography tells the story of an NBA All-Star and the path he took to achieve his dreams. * "Wetzel knows how to organize the facts and tell a good story. . . an unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist (starred review) A Junior Library Guild selection!

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295873

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Epic Athletes: Tom Brady by Dan Wetzel Pdf

Bestselling author Dan Wetzel delivers an action-packed biography of the legendary quarterback and Super Bowl champ in Epic Athletes: Tom Brady. Featuring comic-style illustrations by Kazimir Lee Iskander! Throughout eighteen incredible seasons, Tom Brady has led his team to five Super Bowl championships and earned three Most Valuable Player Awards, cementing his status as one of the best quarterbacks ever. Only one question remains unanswered--is he THE greatest of all time? From the moment Tom Brady stepped on the gridiron wearing a New England Patriots jersey, the National Football League was forever changed. A star, a legend, a future hall-of-famer was born. Over the years, he's mounted comeback after comeback win, finding the open man for a touchdown just when victory seemed out of reach. In this inspirational biography of a living legend, acclaimed sports writer and bestselling author Dan Wetzel chronicles Tom Brady's rise from a backup quarterback at the University of Michigan to an MVP on the biggest stage in sports--the Super Bowl. This fantastic biography also includes vibrant comic-style interior illustrations. Praise for Epic Athletes * "An unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist, starred review for Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry

Author : Jon M. Fishman
Publisher : Sports All-Stars (Lerner (Tm)
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781541578463

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Patrick Mahomes by Jon M. Fishman Pdf

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295910

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Epic Athletes: Kevin Durant by Dan Wetzel Pdf

In Epic Athletes: Kevin Durant, award-winning sports journalist Dan Wetzel tells the inspirational true-life story of an NBA superstar in this thrilling biography for young readers! Featuring comic-style illustrations by Marcelo Baez! In 2016, Kevin Durant shocked the basketball world when he decided to sign with the Golden State Warriors. Many questioned why one of the league's best players would join a team that was already stacked with talent—didn't he want to make a name for himself as the sole leader of a team? Kevin would have the last laugh, winning two championships and putting to rest any questions about his incredible legacy. In choosing to tune out the noise, he instead set his sights on success, maintaining the same winning attitude that has helped him achieve and overcome ever since he was kid. Even after his father abandoned the family when he was a young boy, when he was told he was too skinny to make an impact in the NBA, Kevin ignored the critics and forged his own path to victory. Filled with sports action and comic-style illustrations, this inspiring biography recaps the life of one of the most talented scorers in NBA history. Praise for Epic Athletes: * "Wetzel knows how to organize the facts and tell a good story. . . an unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist, STARRED review of Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295880

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Epic Athletes: LeBron James by Dan Wetzel Pdf

Epic Athletes: LeBron James is an inspiring young readers biography of the best basketball player of the modern era from celebrated sports journalist Dan Wetzel! Featuring comic-style illustrations by Setor Fiadzigbey! Whether you call him King James or simply LeBron, one thing is certain: LeBron James is THE face of the NBA. At just eighteen, and facing sky-high expectations, LeBron headed straight from high school to the pros. Cool under pressure, he went on to shatter the record books and become the most popular athlete in America. Yet nothing was ever handed to LeBron. As a kid, he had to move homes constantly, even separating from his mother for a time. But through all the adversity, he took his natural talent and combined it with hard work to set himself on a path to greatness. Filled with sports action and bold illustrations, this exciting biography tells the story of a living NBA legend. Praise for Epic Athletes * "An unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist, starred review for Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry

Author : Matt Chandler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781543591880

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Patrick Mahomes by Matt Chandler Pdf

Patrick Mahomes, the 2018 most valuable player in the National Football League, could have succeeded in any sport. Growing up, he played baseball, basketball, and football. After joining the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL, he broke record after record, including most passing yards and most passes completed in a single season. Learn all the facts on Mahomes's meteoric rise in the NFL in this exciting biography.

Author : Kenny Abdo
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781098222383

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Patrick Mahomes by Kenny Abdo Pdf

This title focuses on Patrick Mahomes and gives information related to his early life, his time in the pros, and the legacy he leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295859

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Epic Athletes: Alex Morgan by Dan Wetzel Pdf

Kicking off his new series of sports biographies for young readers, journalist Dan Wetzel tells the inspiring true life story of a US Women's Soccer star in Epic Athletes: Alex Morgan. Featuring graphic-style illustrations by Cory Thomas! Fierce competitor. World Cup winner. Role model. U.S. Women's Soccer star Alex Morgan has earned each of these impressive titles throughout her incredible career. As a young girl growing up in Southern California, she dreamed of being a professional soccer player, fighting to compete on the international stage against the world's greatest athletes. Flash forward to the present and Alex Morgan has emerged as the face of U.S. Women's soccer, famous for her clutch, late-game goals, and an inspiration to kids across the country. Bestselling author Dan Wetzel details the rise of an American champion in this uplifting biography for young readers, complete with dynamic comic-style illustrations.

Author : Ted Coleman
Publisher : North Star Editions, Inc.
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781634942485

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Patrick Mahomes by Ted Coleman Pdf

The best quarterbacks take charge on the field, make amazing throws and thrilling runs, and lead their teams to victory. Learn more about Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs, one of the most exciting quarterbacks in the NFL today. Fascinating stories of reliable veterans and promising newcomers alike are sure to be a hit with young readers.

Author : Josh Leventhal
Publisher : Bolt!
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Football
ISBN : 1680720414

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Quarterbacks by Josh Leventhal Pdf

With stats, charts, infographics, timelines, and strongly controlled text this title takes a look at some of the best quarterbacks in NFL history.

Author : Dan Wetzel
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250295897

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Epic Athletes: Lionel Messi by Dan Wetzel Pdf

Renowned sports journalist Dan Wetzel shoots and scores with Epic Athletes: Lionel Messi, an inspiring young readers biography of a soccer great who rose from an underdog to a champion! Featuring comic-style illustrations by Jay Reed! Lionel Messi has taken the soccer world by storm. He scored the most goals in a season. He's racked up championships. There was even a statue built in his honor. Despite the accolades, he's still hungry for more goals, more championships, more opportunities to shine on the soccer pitch. Messi's drive to succeed has motivated him ever since he first stepped on his local, worn down field as a kid. Yet his success didn't come without bumps in the road. Diagnosed with a career-threatening medical condition at ten, Messi refused to give up on his dream, and went on to amass one of the greatest careers in sports history. Filled with sports action and bold illustrations, this thrilling biography details the rise of a living soccer legend. Praise for Epic Athletes * "An unusually informative and enjoyable sports biography for young readers." —Booklist, starred review for Epic Athletes: Stephen Curry

Author : Michael Sandler
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781617726484

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Tim Tebow by Michael Sandler Pdf

Tim Tebow is one of the NFL’s most exciting quarterbacks to watch. After he became the Denver Broncos’ starting QB during the 2011-2012 season, he led the team to several dramatic, 4th-quarter comeback wins. With Tim’s help, the Broncos turned around their losing record and won the AFC West title. Tim knew that his success in football provided him with a unique opportunity to help others. He started the Tim Tebow Foundation, which supports children’s hospitals, an orphanage in the Philippines, and other projects that help children in need. In Tim Tebow, young sports fans will follow Tim from his early childhood all the way to his success in the NFL. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

Author : Jim Gigliotti
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2006-08
Category : Football players
ISBN : 1592967302

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Football Superstars by Jim Gigliotti Pdf

Meet today's best pro players, quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers.

Author : David Aretha
Publisher : Infobase Holdings, Inc
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781438197920

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Patrick Mahomes by David Aretha Pdf

In his first season as a starting quarterback, in 2018, Patrick Mahomes threw for 50 touchdowns and won the NFL MVP Award, leading Kansas City to the AFC Championship Game. A year later, his eye-popping playmaking and magical postseason comebacks resulted in a Super Bowl victory. By age 25, Mahomes had signed the most lucrative sports contract ever, reigned as the biggest star in football. All the while, his humility and boyish enthusiasm endeared him to fans nationwide. This is his story.