winter olympics

Get to know the greatest athletes in the history of the Olympic Winter Games, from the legends of the past to today's biggest superstars.

"Snowboarding has been the highlight of the Winter Olympics for more than two decades, showing off some of the most daring, risk-taking, and extreme athletes in the sports world. From Shaun White to Lindsay Jacobellis, pro snowboarders are fearless, but they also work hard and innovate. In this book, readers find out how these greats got into the sport and some possible paths the pros have taken to success in their sport"--Provided by publisher.

Engaging images accompany information about the life and accomplishments of Jessie Diggins. The combination of high- interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7.

"Marking 20 years since the momentous victory, Tim Wharnsby delivers the inside story of how Gretzky built the team and Pat Quinn got them to the gold medal, featuring exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and personnel. Readers will hear directly from Gretzky, Jarome Iginla, Joe Sakic, Steve Yzerman, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"[A biography of snowboarder Shaun White, describing his] early years, how he got his start snowboarding, and how he earned his three Olympic gold medals in the halfpipe event"--Provided by publisher.

"Celebrate the Winter Games with this . . . introduction to freestyle skiing, the sport known for its aerial and mogul events. Also included is a biographical story about skier Alexandre Bilodeau"--Publisher.

"Celebrate the Winter Games with this . . . introduction to speed skating, the sport known for its short- and long-track events. Also included is a biographical story about skater Maame Biney"--Publisher.

"Celebrate the Winter Games with this . . . introduction to luge, the sport known for its sleds and icy courses. Also included is a biographical story about slider Shiva Keshavan"--Publisher.

"Celebrate the Winter Games with this . . . introduction to ice hockey, the sport known for its pucks and sticks. Also included is a historical story about Women's Team USA"--Publisher.

"Celebrate the Winter Games with this . . . introduction to figure skating, the sport known for its singles, pairs, and ice dancing events. Also included is a biographical story about figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu"--Provided by publisher.