Activists take a stand. They speak out and demand change. From legendary boxer Muhammad Ali to baseball star Carlos Delgado, readers discover the pro athletes who have affected change by speaking out against war and its impact on society.

Activists take a stand. They speak out and demand change. From legendary boxer Muhammad Ali to baseball star Carlos Delgado, readers discover the pro athletes who have affected change by speaking out against war and its impact on society.

Lifelong friends Jackson and Logan are moving up from T-ball to baseball, but when both boys want to play first base they must decide if baseball is more important than their friendship.

Bo's grandfather asks him to mail an important letter. But when Bo forgets to mail it, he lies to his grandfather. Follow along as Bo learns the importance of telling the truth.

When Bo decides to ring the doorbell of the spooky house on Spring Street, he does not expect to discover an opportunity to learn about treating neighbors with kindness and friendship.

This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of football star Davante Adams. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. 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 (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of football star Davante Adams. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. 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 (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

Best friends Riley and Jada are excited to play flag football this summer, but Riley's confidence is shaken when she is given a new position prompting Coach to devise a special plan where Riley can step up and shine.

Best friends Riley and Jada are excited to play flag football this summer, but Riley's confidence is shaken when she is given a new position prompting Coach to devise a special plan where Riley can step up and shine.

Check out the fast sport of freeriding! Learn about freeriding, how it started, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other motocross sports, and find out how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

Bundle up and follow the frosty world of freeskiing. Learn about freeskiing, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other snow sports, and see how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature.

On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson made history when he stepped onto the baseball diamond as a Brooklyn Dodger. For the first time in more than 60 years, a Black player took the field in a professional baseball game. How did Robinson break through the racist barriers that had kept so many Black athletes out of professional sports? And what is the enduring legacy of his remarkable accomplishment? Find out in an easy-to-read graphic novel that reveals why Jackie Robinson's shattering of the color barrier in baseball is among the greatest moments in history.

On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson made history when he stepped onto the baseball diamond as a Brooklyn Dodger. For the first time in more than 60 years, a Black player took the field in a professional baseball game. How did Robinson break through the racist barriers that had kept so many Black athletes out of professional sports? And what is the enduring legacy of his remarkable accomplishment? Find out in an easy-to-read graphic novel that reveals why Jackie Robinson's shattering of the color barrier in baseball is among the greatest moments in history.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T. J. Watt learned to chase down quarterbacks at the University of Wisconsin. In 2021, he led the NFL in sacks and won the Defensive Player of the Year award. Learn all about Watt's training, his personal bests, and his life off the field.

The Ballers work well together in practice, but when it comes to an actual game Kevin is so focused on being the star he refuses to pass to open teammates, soon finding himself sitting on the bench instead of playing.

The Ballers work well together in practice, but when it comes to an actual game Kevin is so focused on being the star he refuses to pass to open teammates, soon finding himself sitting on the bench instead of playing.

Sisters Emilia and Natalia love softball, and this year they will be playing on the same team; Emilia is an excellent and confident pitcher, and while Natalia is just as good when the two practice together, she lacks confidence and would sooner play catcher--but when Emilia hurts her ankle during a game, Natalia overcomes her reluctance and takes the mound as relief pitcher.

Sisters Emilia and Natalia love softball, and this year they will be playing on the same team; Emilia is an excellent and confident pitcher, and while Natalia is just as good when the two practice together, she lacks confidence and would sooner play catcher--but when Emilia hurts her ankle during a game, Natalia overcomes her reluctance and takes the mound as relief pitcher.

Why is Green Bay, Wisconsin, nicknamed "Titletown?" Does "icing" the kicker of an opposing team actually work? Do sewer systems in some cities really get flooded during halftime on Super Bowl Sunday? Dig in to get the real stories behind these and other great football myths and legends!

This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of football star T. J. Watt. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. 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 (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.