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1) Snowboarding
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Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Snowboarding in the Global Citizens: Olympic Sports series explores the sport through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of snowboarding. Content includes information on multiple Olympic events in the category. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety...
2) Snowboarding
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In the complex world of the 21st century, the ability to use innovation to solve problems or make products better is a critical skill for kids to possess. This book uses a sport kid's love, snowboarding, to highlight how innovation has been used to make the sport and the people who play it, better.
3) Snowboarding
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Whoosh! Powdery snow flies into the air around a colorful snowboard. This book introduces the basics of snowboarding, the equipment snowboarders need, and the techniques they use. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, an activity, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author. Activities for further learning...
4) Snowboarding
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48 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
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Uncover the history of the sport and discover incredible tricks and stunts. Take a look at the specialist clothing and gear needed to go pro, and meet snowboarding legends, pushing limits and breaking records.
5) Snowboarding
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Snowboarders practice in the snowboard parks at ski resorts. They know they will need a variety of tricks to score well in competitions. Learn more about one of the world's most daring sports and the athletes who take part in it in Snowboarding, part of the Extreme Adrenaline series.
6) Snowboarding
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to snowboarding. Readers will learn the history of snowboarding and about the three different types of snowboards. Clothing and gear is discussed, as are boots and bindings. Snowboarding styles are examined including freestyle, halfpipe, snowboard cross, and alpine snowboarding, as are Olympic...
7) Snowboarding
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Since 1965, when a Michigan dad invented 'Snurfing' for his young daughter, snowboarding has always appealed to kids. Young readers will be clamoring to hit the slopes as they explore the world of snowboarding, one of America's fastest growing sports. Kids' Guides kindle the diverse interests of elementary readers by introducing them to a wide range of subjects. Part how-to guide, part introductory overview, every Kids' Guide is filled with practical...
8) Snowboarding
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This title focuses on the snowboarding sport and gives information related to their types, gear, history, and competitions. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards, Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
9) Snowboarding
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What makes snowboarding an extreme sport? Start with daring jumps, flips, and tricks--then add a slippery surface. Learn all about alpine racing, and snowboarding on the half-pipe, down rails, and off ramps. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
10) Snowboarding
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Cruise down a snowy mountain in this basic introduction to snowboarding. Students will explore the origins of snowboarding, the different kinds of snowboards and the various competitions in which snowboarders compete.
11) Snowboarding
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This exciting book introduces readers to snowboarding, including its history and growth, rules and events, and the equipment athletes need. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels...
12) Snowboarding
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Snowboarding is a high-energy, exciting sport for all ages. Readers will learn how they can start to snowboard, where they can find snowboarding runs, and what they should wear in the elements. They'll love learning about cool snowboarding tricks and maneuvers, as well as the pro snowboarders who can pull them off. The thrill of this winter sport is captured in engaging text and breathtaking photographs from the slopes. This book is sure to capture...
13) Snowboarding
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Did you know that snowboards are long, flat boards with straps to hold people in place? Pro snowboarders use many kinds of snowboards. Learn more about this extreme sport in Snowboarding, an Extreme Sports book.
14) Snowboarding
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Shaun White is considered the face of snowboarding. He has won two Olympic gold medals by catching big air while doing difficult jumps and tricks. Children will discover how snowboarders carve down slopes and push the limits of gravity through several different kinds of competitions.
15) Snowboarding
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A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic snowboarding. Includes descriptions of each of the men's and women's slopestyle, halfpipe, snowboard cross, and parallel slalom events, along with the new big air event. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the 2018 PeyongChang, South Korea Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
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Many outdoor recreationalists, including skateboarders, surfers, and sailboarders, are discovering this fabulous way to enjoy winter. You can, too! This book covers all aspects of snowboarding: How to get startedBasic and advanced techniquesFreestyle maneuversEquipment and accessoriesSafety, and much, much more! It is a treasure trove of information, filled with valuable tips and loaded with instructive diagrams and photographs.
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In the 1980's Rosie Kelly found herself braving the red tape, searing scrutiny and strict oversight of Chinese officials in order to lead bicycle tours in a country only recently open to the west. Mistaken for a Christian missionary, her luggage was searched for contraband Bibles and her tour groups for Playboy and other such evidence of western degenerate behavior. Although she led teen bike tours since the early seventies, she had little experience...
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