Sports & Recreation - Olympics & Paralympics
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The Hard Parts: A Memoir of Courage and TriumphA 2024 Christopher Award Winner "A gut-wrenching, wildly inspiring story about overcoming the most daunting obstacles through steely tenacity, sheer will, and a great big dose of motherly love." --Jeannette Walls, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Glass Castle An inspirational and...
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The Making of a Miracle: The Untold Story of the Captain of the 1980 Gold Medal-Winning U.S. Olympic Hockey TeamOn the fortieth anniversary of the historic "Miracle on Ice," Mike Eruzione--the captain of the 1980 U.S Men's Olympic Hockey Team, who scored the winning goal--recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal.It is the...
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The Naked Olympics: The True Story of the Ancient GamesWhat was it like to attend the ancient Olympic Games? With the summer Olympics' return to Athens, Tony Perrottet delves into the ancient world and lets the Greek Games begin again. The acclaimed author of Pagan Holiday brings attitude, erudition, and humor to the...
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The Race to Be Myself Young Readers EditionCaster Semenya is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and a three-time world champion in track from South Africa. Since her first spectacular performance at the 2009 World Championship in Berlin, she has been at the center of a growing debate about female eligibility rules...
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The Three-Year Swim Club: The Untold Story of Maui's Sugar Ditch Kids and Their Quest for Olympic GloryThe New York Times bestselling inspirational story of impoverished children who transformed themselves into world-class swimmers. "A brightly told story of the triumph of underdogs ... exuberant, well-researched ... tense, vivid, and inspiring." ―Kirkus Reviews In 1937, a schoolteacher on the island of Maui...
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The Timekeepers: The Ancient OlympicsTag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories for 7 to 9 years olds that will help readers discover the amazing people and...
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The Youth Volleyball Handbook: Master the Basics, Elevate Your Skills, and Develop Winning Strategies to Excel on the CourtThe ultimate guide for new coaches, supportive parents, and aspiring youth volleyball players.Whether you're stepping onto the court for the first time or helping others thrive in the game, The Youth Volleyball Handbook gives you everything you need to build skills, confidence, and a...
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Triumph: The Untold Story of Jesse Owens and Hitler's OlympicsThis New York Times best-selling author's account of the 1936 Olympics in Berlin offers a "vivid portrait not just of Owens but of '30s Germany and America" (Sports Illustrated).At the 1936 Olympics, against a backdrop of swastikas and goose-stepping storm troopers, an African American...
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Unbroken (the Young Adult Adaptation): An Olympian's Journey from Airman to Castaway to CaptiveIn this captivating and lavishly illustrated young adult edition of her award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller, Laura Hillenbrand tells the story of a former Olympian's courage, cunning, and fortitude following his plane crash in enemy territory. This adaptation of Unbroken introduces a new...
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Us Women's Hockey vs. Canada Women's Hockey: Battle for Olympic GoldSince the first Olympic women's hockey tournament in 1998, only two teams have won gold: the United States and Canada. Canada has won more often, but Team USA won in 2026. Who wins this smackdown?Author: Jason M. BurnsPublisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Published: 08/01/2026Pages: 32Binding Type:...
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Usain BoltLearn about the incredible life of Usain Bolt, the record-breaking athlete who's charisma and drive has won his fans across the world.Growing up in a rural town in Jamaica, Usain was a standout cricketer and sprinter from a young age. His school coach noticed...
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Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for JusticeOn October 16, 1968, during the medal ceremony at the Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith, the gold medal winner in the 200-meter sprint, and John Carlos, the bronze medal winner, stood on the podium in black socks and raised their black-gloved fists to protest...
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War GamesFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Refugee and Heroes comes this heart-pounding, high-stakes take on the 1936 Berlin Olympics, also known as the "Nazi Olympics."In 1936 Berlin, nothing is what it seems...Evie Harris can't believe her luck: She's competing in the...
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What Are the Paralympic Games?It's time to cheer for the inspiring athletes of the Paralympic Games! As the Opening Ceremony for the 1948 Summer Olympic Games commenced in London, a similar sporting competition was taking place a few miles away. But the men at Stoke Mandeville weren't your...
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What Are the Summer Olympics?Back in 775 BC, athletes from all over Ancient Greece came together to compete in various games. The contests were held every four years and winning athletes brought honor and respect to their homelands. The tradition of the Olympic Games faded over time until...
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What Are the Winter Olympics?Grab your skis, ice skates, and snowboard and learn how the Winter Olympic Games became a worldwide phenomenal event watched by millions. Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until...
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What Are the Winter Olympics?Grab your skis, ice skates, and snowboard and learn how the Winter Olympic Games became a worldwide phenomenal event watched by millions. Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until...
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Who Is Ilona Maher?How did a young girl from Vermont grow up to become an American rugby union superstar? Find out in this entertaining biography about Olympic medal winner Ilona Maher, who has championed body positivity in her funny and engaging social media posts. Ilona Maher has...
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Who Is Ilona Maher?How did a young girl from Vermont grow up to become an American rugby union superstar? Find out in this entertaining biography about Olympic medal winner Ilona Maher, who has championed body positivity in her funny and engaging social media posts. Ilona Maher has...
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Who Is Katie Ledecky?Learn how a young girl who loved being in the water became one of the greatest Olympic swimmers of all time in this exciting addition to the Who HQ Now series featuring newsmakers and trending topics. Katie Ledecky began swimming competitively at age six...
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