Chandler, Matt

A guide to understanding the history, basic rules, and strategies of tae kwon do.

Provides young readers an up close and personal look at one of the world's most intense sports, including easy-to-read explanations of the history of gymnastics, basic rules and strategies, and how they can suit up and get on the mat.

Provides young readers information on one of North America's most popular sports, including easy-to-read explanations of football's beginnings, basic rules and strategies, and how they can suit up and get on the field.

"In 'Understanding suicide', readers will explore the history and social aspects of suicide, teen suicide, and ways to help themselves and others"--Provided by publisher.

"In 'Understanding Obesity', readers will explore the social aspects and health effects of obesity, the fundamentals of weight gain and loss, and ways to make healthy choices"--Back cover.

Readers are introduced to the stories of over ten North American locations with a reputation for being haunted.

Profiles ghost stories from well-known places across Europe, including the Akershus Fortress in Norway, the Tower of London, and the Ruthin Castle Hotel in Wales.

Describes paranormal activity at haunted locations, and relates stories of places where such activity has been reported.

Presents a variety of trivia facts about basketball, soccer, football, baseball, and hockey.

A nonfiction graphic work that describes the escape of Norwegian spy Sven S?mme from a German warship and his journey to Sweden as he eludes nine hundred German soldiers.