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Gender and Race in Sports examines the historical successes and struggles of female athletes of color. From pioneers to today's stars, women of color have been examples of courage and strength as they fought to overcome barriers unique to their race and gender. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
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"Behind the fame of big-time sports lies a complex web of controversy and deceit. Doping-- the use of banned performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) to gain a competitive athletic edge -- is common in many sports. While doping can improve performance, it poses huge risks for athletes' health and careers. Some of the world's top athletes, from cyclist Lance Armstrong to professional baseball player Alex Rodriguez, have seen their images tarnished by doping...
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"Examines the history of black and Hispanic coaches and managers in professional and college sports. Although opportunities to play sports are increasing for people of color, this title explores why the path from field to front office has been so difficult to navigate" --
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Becoming a famous coach or athlete might seem like the epitome of the American dream. No matter your race or background, enough talent and drive should get you to the big time, right? But the playing field is not really that level. Minorities are often passed over for prestigious coaching positions. Black athletes are described as "naturally gifted" while white athletes are praised for their hard work. And universities make billions off their sports...
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Fighting Stereotypes in Sports delves into common stereotypes in sports, especially the sports or positions that are typically played by a certain race. It also examines the effects when the "norm" is disrupted. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
6) Snowboarding
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"Get your heart pumping with the extreme sport of snowboarding. Struggling and reluctant readers will discover the skills and equipment needed to bomb downhill. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--
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Race in Sports Media Coverage looks at how and why athletes of color are covered much differently than their white counterparts. Breaking down stereotypes and creating opportunities for journalists of color are just two of the important topics discussed. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
9) Herding dogs
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This title introduces young dog lovers to the sport of herding, covering everything from the history of the sport to conditioning, training, and competing.
10) Parkour
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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Watch as these talented athletes scale walls and leap from ledges. Learn all about this exhilarating extreme sport, from its early beginnings to present day, through wonderful color photographs and engaging text.
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Becoming a famous coach or athlete might seem like the epitome of the American dream. No matter your race or background, enough talent and drive should get you to the big time, right? But the playing field is not really that level. Minorities are often passed over for prestigious coaching positions. Black athletes are described as "naturally gifted" while white athletes are praised for their hard work. And universities make billions off their sports...
14) Pickleball
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This title introduces young sports fans to pickleball, introducing the sport's history, rules, equipment, and why more and more athletes love playing it. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
18) Disc dogs
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This title introduces young dog lovers to the disc dog sport, covering everything from the history of the sport to conditioning, training, and competing. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a photodiagram, and a glossary.
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Gymnastics are a great way for kids to get active at an early age. The rolling, tumbling, and flipping in a safe environment can one day lead to big moves and exciting Olympic performances. Starting small, though, is a great way to build both reading and gymnastic skills and establish the foundation for future greatness. Early readers get an inside look at the gymnastics studio, building strength and learning new moves while also learning about mat...
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55 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 x 26 cm
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Level the Playing Field examines the root of these issues by taking readers through the history of womens pro sports, exploring how far we have come in a relatively short time and exposing what ground is left to gain. The book provides first-person insight through exciting interviews with professional female athletes, including Canadian hockey player Cassie Campbell, American MMA fighter Miesha Tate, and WNBA star Elena Delle Donne. Along the way,...
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