Sanford, William R

A biography of the female athlete who broke records in golf, track and field, and a variety of other sports.

A look at the life of the first Afro-American to play major league baseball, a talented athlete also known as a fighter for equal rights.

Presents the life and career of football legend Joe Namath.

A biography of the 1976 Olympic Gold Medalist in figure skating who originated a maneuver known as the "Hamill Camel." Includes a trivia quizz.

A biography of one of baseball's greatest players. Includes a trivia quiz.

A biography of one of the world's greatest heavyweight boxers. Includes a trivia quiz.

A biography of one of basketball's greatest stars. Includes a trivia quiz.

Discusses the history, physical characteristics, care, and breeding of this long-bodied dog, originally used for the hunting of small mammals.

Discusses the flightless bird that lived on the island of Mauritius and why it became extinct in the 1600s. Also describes the efforts of conservationists to protect endangered birds.

Discusses the history, physical characteristics, care, and breeding of the American pit bull terrier, an extremely strong dog known for its willingness to fight.