olympics

What's it like to have a famous sister-and always live in her shadow? Skater Sister tells the story of the 14-year-old younger sister of an Olympic figure skating hopeful. First romance and sibling rivalry play out against the background of the run-up to the 2014 Winter Olympics, with a dramatic ending on February 20, 2104, the day of the Ladies' Figure Skating Final in Sochi (from website).

Provides fun facts and brief histories of each type of combat sports played in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.

Describes the passion, commitment, and daily life of serious athletes, and highlights some of the best athletes in different sports.

Geronimo and his friends travel back in time to the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 to keep the pirate cats from ruining the Games.

Discusses basketball in the Olympics; describing the sport's Olympic history, dramatic moments, and key players.

Bolt?s accomplishment is one of many incredible athletic feats highlighted in this informative book about Olympic records.

Gain new perspectives after reading about vital issues including stereotypes in various sports, the pros and cons of segregated versus inclusive sports, and the issues surrounding integrated sports.

Annie and Jack present information about ancient Greece and the athletic events known as the Olympic games that were held there.

Profiles the accomplishments of one hundred athletes in Olympic competition throughout the twentieth century.

U.S. Women's National Soccer Team explores the way the celebrated team served to bring Americans--and American women--together across the years.