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Crosby vs. Ovechkin vs. McDavid vs. Gretzky

2020
"Hockey has long been one of most prominent sports in North America. Since its rise in popularity in the twentieth century, many have asked: who is the greatest hockey player of all time? From National Hockey League legends like Wayne Gretzky to modern-day stars like Sidney Crosby, Alexander Ovechkin, and Connor McDavid, many players have written their name into the record books. Whether by goals scored or championships won, each has made their case on the ice. In this [book] . . . the argument is made using math and statistical analysis to answer the age-old questions of greatness"--Amazon.

Gal Gadot

A New Kind of Action Hero
Gal Gadot has become a major star and role model after being cast as the superhero Wonder Woman in a film franchise that has inspired women around the world. The Israeli actress has earned her spot as one of Hollywood's biggest action stars. Readers explore her many fascinating life experiences, from being crowned Miss Israel to her time serving in the Israel Defense Forces. Readers will learn about her early modeling and acting career. Additional fun facts about Gadot are presented through detailed sidebars, while annotated quotations provide a unique perspective on her rise to fame, and full-color photographs create a vibrant learning experience.

Calvin "Megatron" Johnson

superstar wide receiver
Calvin Megatron Johnson, star wide receiver for nine seasons with the Detroit Lions of the National Football League, was given his nickname during his rookie year because of his large size and amazing speed. Johnson's speed and acrobatic catches made him a standout player. In 2012, he broke wideout Jerry Rice's long-standing record of 1,848 receiving yards in a season by hitting an astounding 1,964 yards. In simple language, this book describes Johnson's skills and dedication to the game as well as his off-field work. In full-color photographs, readers observe some of Johnson's dazzling plays throughout his remarkable career.

Dean Ambrose

2020
Looks at the wrestling career of Dean Ambrose.

Megan Rapinoe

2020
Chronicles the life and career of American soccer player Megan Rapinoe.

Gal Gadot

2020
Teaches early readers about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of Israeli actress Gal Gadot.

Cristiano Ronaldo

champion soccer star
2018
A look at the life and career of soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo.

One life

"Adapted for young readers! Join Olympic gold medalist, two-time Women's World Cup champion, and trailblazing activist Megan Rapinoe in the fight for equality and justice in this middle grade adaptation of her New York Times bestselling memoir, One Life"--Provided by the publisher.

Ronaldo vs. Messi vs. Beckham vs. Pel?

2020
"To investigate the question of who is soccer's GOAT, fans can turn to facts and figures. The number of goals scored is an important statistic. But is it the only one that is important when evaluating a player's career? What about a player's longevity--how many games and minutes he played? What is their strike rate or goals per game? . . . How did the player perform when the stage was the biggest and the pressure was the highest? While the numbers might not reveal a clear cut winner, they may help fans reach their own conclusions about which soccer player has earned the title of the GOAT"--Provided by publisher.

Megan Rapinoe

soccer superstar
2020
A photo-illustrated biography of soccer superstar Megan Rapinoe.

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