wounds and injuries

Samira has never been the best gymnast on her team, but she has always worked hard and loved what she was doing; but when a torn rotator cuff sidelines her and six months later her shoulder just does not seem to feel right--she discovers snowboarding, a whole new world of speed and excitement opens up before her, and Samira has to decide which sport to commit to.

"A boy with face blindness and a girl who struggles with weight fall in love"--Provided by publisher.

After a traumatic accident, Kyle feels lost until he meets Marley, who seems like the girl of his dreams, but as they grow closer he fears he is headed for another crash.

Discusses the causes of concussions; what happens to the brain in a concussion; and how to identify the symptoms of a concussion. Describes how doctors diagnose and treat concussions, and illustrates ways to protect yourself from a concussion. Includes critical thinking questions, color photographs, an infographic, real-life stories, an activity, a glossary, and further resources.

Provides an understanding about concussions and their evaluation and treatment, and the possible post-concussive issues that athletes and young people in sports may experience.

"A powerful novel of family, race, faith, sex, and disaster that moves between Puerto Rico and The Bronx, revealing the lives and loves of five women and the secret that binds them together"--Provided by publisher.

After a traumatic accident, Kyle feels lost until he meets Marley, who seems like the girl of his dreams, but as they grow closer he fears he is headed for another crash.

Samira has never been the best gymnast on her team, but she has always worked hard and loved what she was doing; but when a torn rotator cuff sidelines her and six months later her shoulder just does not seem to feel right--she discovers snowboarding, a whole new world of speed and excitement opens up before her, and Samira has to decide which sport to commit to.

"This book dispels myths about head impacts in youth sports, potential consequences of these collisions, and the changes sports organizations have made to make these sports 'safer than ever.' It will empower parents and athletes to make an informed decision on sports participation and provide recommendations on how to make these sports safer"--Provided by publisher.

Fourteen-year-old star freshman quarterback Caleb Springer watches his father deteriorate from injuries he suffered playing the very same sport, forcing Caleb to consider whether playing football, the sport of his dreams, is worth risking irreparable physical harm.