Faster, Higher, Smarter: Bright Ideas That Transformed Sports
ISBN: 9781554518142 / Angielski / Twarda / 120 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. What do athletes and rocket scientists have in common? It takes a lot of talent, skill, and hard work to become a world-class athlete. But it takes even more to make a sport better: it takes smarts And whether innovators are aware of it or not, it takes an understanding of physics, mechanics, and aerodynamics to come up with better techniques and equipment. From swimming, soccer, and basketball to skateboarding and wheelchair sports, Faster, Higher, Smarter looks at the hard science behind many inventions and improvements in sports. Readers will find out how the introduction of the...
What do athletes and rocket scientists have in common? It takes a lot of talent, skill, and hard work to become a world-class athlete. But it take...
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98,81 zł |
And Nobody Got Hurt 2!
ISBN: 9780316067058 / Angielski / Miękka / 133 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An Olympian who sacrificed a medal to save a competitor, a professional soccer player who was bribed out of retirement with pizza, a runaway pig who disrupted the start of a baseball game -- truth is stranger than fiction, especially in sports In this sequel to his first compilation of sports bloopers and unbelievable stories, And Nobody Got Hurt, Today Show regular and Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Len Berman shares more of the funniest and most amazing stories in the history of sports, including favorite moments from his popular Spanning the World segments on...
An Olympian who sacrificed a medal to save a competitor, a professional soccer player who was bribed out of retirement with pizza, a runaway pig who d...
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47,31 zł |
Wheelchair Champions: A History of Wheelchair Sports
ISBN: 9780595385225 / Angielski / Miękka / 117 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "This would be exciting and informative enough if it simply described the growth of organized sports for the handicapped or described sports careers of men and women who are paraplegics.and it does. What it adds is a great deal of information about attitudes toward the handicapped.and facts about their capabilities." -Bulletin Center for Children's Books "It is a story of hope for the newly injured and their families as one reads of the accomplishment of others." -Catholic Library World "The history of wheelchair sports in the U.S. is well told in "Wheelchair Champions,"" -Interracial Books...
"This would be exciting and informative enough if it simply described the growth of organized sports for the handicapped or described sports careers o...
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55,76 zł |
Blood, Sweat and Cheers: Athletes Speak Out
ISBN: 9780595473939 / Angielski / Miękka / 252 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "This book helped me understand that other athletes around the country endure similar stressful experiences that go along with sports and teenage life. And it's definitely useful in making a realistic plan for college."
Tanner Starbard, 16, Basketball, California "Wow.this is cutting edge honesty. I would highly recommend this book to parents, 'F' bombs and all, if they really want to know who their kids are, how they feel, what they dream, how they talk, how hard they work. It's sometimes harsh, sometimes tender, but ALWAYS REAL. A great read, insightful in a very unexpected way."... "This book helped me understand that other athletes around the country endure similar stressful experiences that go along with sports and teenage life...
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81,59 zł |
The Rugby World Cup: Amazing Facts, Awesome Trivia, Cool Pictures & Fun Quiz for Kids - The BEST Book Strategy That Helps Guide Children to
ISBN: 9781517064525 / Angielski / Miękka / 110 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. AWESOME FACTS ABOUT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP: I have intentionally selected a specific range of "Rugby World Cup" facts that I feel will not only help children to learn new information but more importantly, remember it. FUN LEARNING TOOL FOR ALL AGES: This book is designed to capture the imagination of everyone through the use of "WoW" trivia, cool photos and memory recall quiz. COOL & COLORFUL PICTURES: Each page contains a quality image relating to the subject in question. This helps the reader to match and recall the content. SHORT QUIZ GAME - POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT: No matter what the score...
AWESOME FACTS ABOUT THE RUGBY WORLD CUP: I have intentionally selected a specific range of "Rugby World Cup" facts that I feel will not only help chil...
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67,58 zł |
Lacrosse: Rules, Tips, Strategy, and Safety
ISBN: 9781435837126 / Angielski / Miękka / 52 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Originated by Native Americans long before the first settlers ever came to this continent, lacrosse is, in a sense, the only truly American Sport. Combining the qualities of ice hockey and soccer, this fast-paced sport is becoming increasingly popular with a younger generation. This books follows the sport from its origins to its modern-day form and explores its popularity, its stars, past and present, and the major tournaments. Colorful and informative photos beckon the reader to get out and play.
Originated by Native Americans long before the first settlers ever came to this continent, lacrosse is, in a sense, the only truly American Sport. Com...
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167,48 zł |
Barrel Racing
ISBN: 9781435837515 / Angielski / Miękka / 52 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Barrel racing is one of the few rodeo events in which animals and humans work cooperatively to defeat a common foe--in this case, the clock. Although this particular event is so simple and is over quickly, it remains one of the most popular events of the sport and is one of the few dominated by female riders. The thrilling book opens by tracing the origins of barrel racing, describing the moment-by-moment breakdown of the event, and profiling various riders, including a barrel racing champion.
Barrel racing is one of the few rodeo events in which animals and humans work cooperatively to defeat a common foe--in this case, the clock. Although ...
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167,48 zł |
PE to 16 Student Book
ISBN: 9780199135240 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is a fully revised and updated edition with new material, new examples, and new questions to match the demands of current specifications. It is suitable for all specifications and is intended to be the clearest, most accessible book for GCSE and Standard Grade examinations.
This is a fully revised and updated edition with new material, new examples, and new questions to match the demands of current specifications. It is s...
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153,95 zł |
Ahead of Their Time: A great college football team stands up for fairness, equality, and teammates
ISBN: 9780984264407 / Angielski / Miękka / 46 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The 1951 University of San Francisco Dons football team was one of the best ever. The team defeated all of its opponents by an average score of 33-8. Nine members of the team went on to play professional football. Five of that group were All-Pros, and three of were chosen to be in the NFL Hall of Fame. At the end of the regular football season, the Dons were offered the chance to show everyone in America how good the team was by accepting an invitation to play in the Orange Bowl game. But if they did, the team's two African-America members would be left out. By standing up for fairness,...
The 1951 University of San Francisco Dons football team was one of the best ever. The team defeated all of its opponents by an average score of 33-8. ...
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26,89 zł |
Sports: The Ultimate Teen Guide
ISBN: 9780810882171 / Angielski / Twarda / 356 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Whether playing baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, lacrosse, tennis, soccer, softball, volleyball, or wrestling, millions of teens all over the country participate in some sporting activity. Despite widespread enthusiasm for such activities, not all teens know how to make the most out of their interests, and some teens who might want to get involved don't know which sports are right for them. For high school athletes of all levels, this book provides up-to-date information on sports-related issues, practical tips, and valuable resources. Each chapter features quotes from current...
Whether playing baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, lacrosse, tennis, soccer, softball, volleyball, or wrestling, millions of teens all over...
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446,27 zł |
Are Players' Unions Good for Professional Sports Leagues?
ISBN: 9780737764178 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; This title explores whether players' unions make professional sports more expensive for fans, if players' unions encourage labor strife, and whether sports labor issues are based in racism.; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is...
These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitn...
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159,17 zł |
101 Things for Kids to do Outside
ISBN: 9780857831835 / Angielski / Miękka / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Packed with games, projects, crafts, experiments and gardening inspiration, 101 Things for Kids to do Outside will have your children racing out to try something new. The huge selection of ideas covers all four seasons and ranges from quick 10-minute activities to a full day of fun. From party games and treasure hunts to simple gardening projects, each idea is simple to follow and illustrated with colour photography, so you can't go wrong! Activities include building a human sundial, creating an outdoor collage, setting up a wormery, planting a potato tower, making natural inks, flying a...
Packed with games, projects, crafts, experiments and gardening inspiration, 101 Things for Kids to do Outside will have your children racing out to tr...
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86,51 zł |
Modern Day Maccabees
ISBN: 9781477456682 / Angielski / Miękka / 124 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Dedication perseverance and pride. These words describe the Jewish athletes in Modern Day Maccabees. Kevin Youkilis, Omri Casspi, and Morgan Pressel are featured among others. Including personal letters from some of the athletes, the profiles in Modern Day Maccabees are sure to inspire kids to pursue their dreams of personal success and tikkun olam on and off the field.
Dedication perseverance and pride. These words describe the Jewish athletes in Modern Day Maccabees. Kevin Youkilis, Omri Casspi, and Morgan Pressel a...
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67,58 zł |
Moto's Cross
ISBN: 9781477281581 / Angielski / Miękka / 66 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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Professional Athletes
ISBN: 9780737760699 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title addresses various issues related to professional athletes, including their role in society; policies regarding performance-enhancing drugs; whether athletes' free expression should be limited; and other controversies surrounding athletes, such; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model not only providing access...
Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the vie...
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193,53 zł |
Jack's Imagination
ISBN: 9781484161999 / Angielski / Miękka / 26 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In Jack's book series, Jack writes about learning and creating new things. In Jack's Imagination, he writes about the sports he is learning, how to play safely, and learning the rules to play fair. Jack also learns about art and how to create different forms of art. The series is aimed at encouraging, challenging young minds, and motivating them to remain active, both physically and mentally. Recommended for children 4 to 8. Also Coming Soon: Jack Goes on Safari, Jack Goes Camping, Jack Goes to School, Jack Goes to a Farm, Jack's Pets, Jack Cooks. If you have a sister, tell her about the...
In Jack's book series, Jack writes about learning and creating new things. In Jack's Imagination, he writes about the sports he is learning, how to pl...
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45,16 zł |
Jillian's Imagination
ISBN: 9781484162835 / Angielski / Miękka / 28 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In Jillian's book series, Jillian writes about learning and creating new things. In Jillian's Imagination, she writes about the sports she is learning, how to play safely, and learning the rules to play fair. Jillian also learns about art, and how to create different forms of art. The series is aimed at encouraging, challenging young minds, and motivating them to remain active, both physically and mentally. Recommended for children 4 to 8. Also Coming Soon Jillian Goes on Safari, Jillian Goes Camping, Jillian Goes to the Zoo, Jillian Goes to School, Jillian Goes to a Farm, Jillian's Pets,...
In Jillian's book series, Jillian writes about learning and creating new things. In Jillian's Imagination, she writes about the sports she is learning...
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42,89 zł |
Mud, Sweat and Tears Junior Edition
ISBN: 9780552566391 / Angielski / Miękka / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. What would it be like to jump from an aeroplane or to climb the highest mountain in the world, to survive in extreme conditions or train for the SAS? Bear Grylls knows the answers. Read the amazing true life story of Bear, the world's most intrepid young explorer.
What would it be like to jump from an aeroplane or to climb the highest mountain in the world, to survive in extreme conditions or train for the SAS? ...
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45,78 zł |
How To...Horse Riding: A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Your Skills
ISBN: 9781405391498 / Angielski / Twarda / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Get ready to be inspired If you have ever dreamt about becoming the next Mark Todd or Zara Phillips, this guide will set you on course for success. With easy-to-follow instructions, it covers everything from basic exercises and grooming techniques to more advanced cantering and jumping. Saddle up
Get ready to be inspired If you have ever dreamt about becoming the next Mark Todd or Zara Phillips, this guide will set you on course for success. W...
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50,87 zł |
Black's Dictionary of Physical Education and School Sport
ISBN: 9781408123683 / Angielski / Miękka / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This dictionary is a key resource for students of Physical Education, School Sport and Sports Science at undergraduate level, facing new concepts and terminology. This dictionary is a key resource for students of Physical Education, School Sport and Sports Science at undergraduate level, facing new concepts a... |
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