Undercover Tailback

Undercover Tailback

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 0316094579

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Parker Nolan likes to tell tall tales, so why should anyone believe him when he says he saw a mysterious figure stealing plays out of the coach's playbook?


Tackle Without a Team

Tackle Without a Team

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 0316095885

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Unjustly dismissed from the football team for drug possession, Scott learns that only by finding out who planted the marijuana in his duffel bag can he clear himself with his parents.


Tough to Tackle

Tough to Tackle

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Norwood House Press

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 129

ISBN-13: 1599533596

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Disappointed at first by not being large enough to make quarterback, Boots discovers that there is as much challenge in playing tackle.


Great Moments in Football History

Great Moments in Football History

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 0316093882

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The thrill of an interception, the crash of helmets, the seemingly impossible catch in the end zone -- Matt Christopher has captured all the suspense and play-by-play action of nine remarkable football plays and the personalities of the athletes who made them. Tom Dempsey's sixty-three-yard field goal, Joe Namath's guarantee of a Super Bowl win in 1969, and Walter Payton's record-setting 275 yards rushing in a single game are among the moments recorded in this not-to-be-missed book from America's best-loved sports writer for children.


Emmitt Smith

Emmitt Smith

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 0316095222

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The star running back of the NFL. The All-Star center leading his team to the championship. Matt Christopher delves into the life of both of these sports stars, exploring the paths they have traveled, the hardships they have overcome, and the highs and lows of their careers. Each book contains exciting black-and-white action photos, the player's stats, and a list of his career highlights. Real-life sports action plus Matt Christopher's easy-to-read style equals a series not be missed.


Andre Agassi

Andre Agassi

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 75

ISBN-13: 0316095141

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Matt Christopher, the #1 sports writer for kids, focuses on Andre Agassi, the controversial tennis phenomenon whose image is as hard-hitting as his playing. Real-life sports action plus the author's easy-to-read style equals a sports biography not to be missed.


Mo Vaughn

Mo Vaughn

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0316095265

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Reviews the life of the talented slugger Mo Vaughn.


On the Court With... Hakeem Olajuwon

On the Court With... Hakeem Olajuwon

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 0316094080

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The star running back of the NFL. The All-Star center leading his team to the championship. Matt Christopher delves into the life of both of these sports stars, exploring the paths they have traveled, the hardships they have overcome, and the highs and lows of their careers. Each book contains exciting black-and-white action photos, the player's stats, and a list of his career highlights. Real-life sports action plus Matt Christopher's easy-to-read style equals a series not be missed.


Randy Johnson

Randy Johnson

Author: Matt Christopher

Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Published: 2009-12-19

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 031609420X

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Even before Tiger Woods stunned the world with his amazing victory al Augusta, he was impressing the golfing community with his perfect swing and pleasing crowds with his mile-wide smile and enthusiasm for the game. Readers will relish learning the details of this superstar's life and career.


Great Books About Things Kids Love

Great Books About Things Kids Love

Author: Kathleen Odean

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2008-12-18

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 0307485625

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BOOKS THAT TURN CHILDREN INTO LIFE-LONG READERS! Most children want to read a book because it's about something they love or are curious about--dinosaurs, magic tricks, ballerinas, sports, secret codes, and a host of other topics. Now with this unique book, Kathleen Odean, current chair of the Newberry Award committee and author of Great Books for Girls and Great Books for Boys, makes it easy for parents and teachers to satisfy a child's individual cravings for good reading on any subject. Inside you'll discover ¸ More than 750 books divided into 55 categories, from Airplanes to Zoos ¸ Professional appraisals that are balanced, intelligent, and fun to read ¸ Stimulating book-related activities and helpful tips for parents Whether the format is picture book, poetry, fiction, or nonfiction, here are wonderful selections like Why Does the Cat Do That? and Exploring the Titanic . . . tried and true characters, from the beloved aardvarks Arthur and D.W. to the hilarious Junie B. Jones and the courageous Harry Potter . . . new heroes and heroines to cheer for such as Katherine Paterson's Princess Miranda from The Wide-Awake Princess and the exciting Jack Black from Jack Black and the Ship of Thieves by Carol Hughes. Great Books About Things Kids Love creates a book-rich environment in which the habit of reading can take hold and flourish for a lifetime. From the Trade Paperback edition.