Helmer, Diana Star

A collective biography of important American women who fought for the female right to vote, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and Sojourner Truth.

Describes the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which gave women the opportunity to play professional baseball while America was involved in World War II.

Relates the history of basketball from the 1890s to today, including discussion of prominent teams, women's teams, and the National Basketball Association.

Discusses the history of ice hockey in Canada and the United States from the 1800s to today, including its popularity, leagues, and notable players.

Details the development of football throughout history, discussing improvements in the rules and equipment and the formation of related organizations.

Provides an introduction to some of the key events in the development of the game that has become known as America's national pastime.

Traces the history of figure skating and examines some of its notable performers.

Traces the sport of soccer from its reputed origin to its current level of popularity, introducing its rules, governing bodies, roles for women, and international competitions.