A treasury of sports facts includes entries about the NFL touchdown thrown by a quarterback to himself, the only sport ever played on the moon, and the metal that is really used to make Olympic gold medals.

To play professional hockey, you need plenty of grit and determination-it's a physically and emotionally punishing job. Millions of people are expecting you to give your all, connect on your checks, outskate your competitors, and do whatever it takes to score goals. To perform at that level, you must be in impeccable shape all year round. You'll spend hundreds of hours practicing skills, working with teammates, and watching video. Plus you'll need...

For a professional player, basketball isn't just a fun game-it's a job. Millions of people are watching your every move, expecting you to make every shot and block your competitors'. You have to give your all for every game, and when you're not playing, you're sharpening skills, working on plays, and studying your opponents. Dedication extends beyond the season. You must follow strict diets and workout plans to stay in shape throughout the year. You...

"Introduction to different types of sports using simple text, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--

"This exciting title inspires readers to get active, use their creativity, and collaborate to explore new ideas in the world of sports. Engaging activities, inspiring biographies, and clear photographs help readers create new and entertaining sports games and activities. A focus on accessibility and safety makes this title a strong addition to any makerspace"--

"The Illustrated Sports Encyclopedia is the ultimate illustrated guide to the diverse world of sport, from the best known ball-sports, athletics, and water sports to the most obscure racket sports and races (anyone for a game of pickleball?). The book showcases different sports by grouping them into categories including team sports, target sports, winter sports, wheels and motors, horse sports, and extreme sports"--

Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Quarterbacks, readers get a chance to meet the best ever at that key football position--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features NFL heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research,...

"On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love. Now in Spanish!"--