For die-hard basketball fans and casual spectators alike, this collection of fascinating facts about the game will be a welcome addition to their library. From the origins of the game to how much players are paid, and the evolution of the basketball shoe, this book covers a wide range of topics. Among others are how the color barrier was breached, the rise of women’s basketball, and innovations that have made the game accessible to disabled athletes. Lots of humorous, colorful illustrations, charts, and graphs make this ideal for visual learners, while the short chapters encourage browsing.   

Explains the equipment, skills, and techniques needed for bear hunting. Vibrant photographs and clear text help readers understand and imagine this fascinating way to explore the outdoors.

Explains the equipment, skills, and techniques needed for bear hunting. Vibrant photographs and clear text help readers understand and imagine this fascinating way to explore the outdoors.

Follow the journey of a basketball player from the local gym to the NBA. What does a professional player do to prepare for a game? What kinds of special events do they participate in when they aren't on the court? Give readers get an exciting behind-the-scenes look at a popular sport.

What does it take to be a football player? Give readers an insider's look at how athletes prepare for games and the kinds of responsibilities they have when they aren't on the field. Action-packed photos and fascinating details will keep sports fans turning pages.

Learn what it takes to become a professional gymnast! Readers will get a fascinating insider look at the life of a gymnast, from preparing for competition to events outside the gym.

Before they hit the ice for a game, hockey players do a lot to prepare. Give readers an exciting insider's look at the lives of professional athletes in the world of hockey, from training to special events outside of the rink.

Soccer captures the attention of fans around the world-but what are the lives of professional soccer players like behind the scenes? Discover how players prepare for games and learn about the other responsibilities they have when they aren't on the pitch.

All of Canada watched as Bianca Andreescu made history in 2019, beating the legendary Serena Williams in the US Open final to become the first-ever Canadian Grand Slam singles champion! Now one of the highest-ranked players in the world at just 19 years old, Bianca Andreescu has captivated a nation and is sure to inspire a new generation of players. With Bianca Andreescu: She the North, veteran tennis writer Stephanie Myles has crafted the ultimate tribute to this young champion. With nearly 100 full-color photographs, including some never-before-seen images, fans are provided a behind-the-scenes look at this athlete's meteoric rise as she trains, competes around the globe, and climbs the world rankings. From her early years learning the sport in Romania and Ontario, to her promising wins at Indian Wells and the Rogers Cup, to the unforgettable triumph at the US Open, Andreescu has proven she's a fearless and exuberant competitor, and the best may still be yet to come!

The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays is an extensive and dynamic look at the 50 top moments and figures that make the Blue Jays the Blue Jays. In this revised and updated edition, longtime sportswriter Shi Davidi recounts the living history of the Blue Jays, counting down from No. 50 to No. 1. The Big 50: Toronto Blue Jays brilliantly brings to life the Blue Jays remarkable story, from Dave Stieb and Roy Halladay to the roller-coaster that was Roberto Alomar to Joe Carter's 1993 World Series-winning home run and the unforgettable 2016 postseason.

Big Book of WHO is a book your young sports fans will return to again and again! Batter up! Baseball is a game of legends. From diamond greats such as Babe Ruth and Willie Mays to Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, this newly revised and updated edition of The Big Book of WHO Baseball is a collection of the 101 baseball stars every fan needs to know, past and present. Featuring the latest MLB photography and the most current information about baseball's best players, this Sports Illustrated Kids reference book for young sports fans is written in a fun and easy-to-navigate question and answer format. Player profiles, facts, and stats are organized into five comprehensive categories: Champions, Super Sluggers, Prime Pitchers, Cool Characters, and Record Breakers. Completely redesigned to match the modern look of Sports Illustrated Kids, this fun collection of questions and answers will have kids stumping their friends and adult sports fans with their expert knowledge of baseball's brightest stars.

"Big game hunting is hunting for large animals such as moose. From the needed equipment to hunting safely, readers will learn all they should and would want to know about big game hunting"--

"Turkeys, pheasants, ducks, and geese are all kinds of birds that are hunted. Bird hunting has a long history. Discover the gear that is used, how to stay safe while hunting, and more"--