skis and skiing

"High-tech gear. Exciting competitions. Indoor or outdoor slopes. There are many reasons to love skiing and snowboarding--discover 12 of them! Topics include history, equipment, elite competitions like the Olympics and ESPN's X Games, and famous athletes, such as Bode Miller and Shaun White"--Provided by publisher.

Engaging images accompany information about the life and accomplishments of Jessie Diggins. The combination of high- interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7.

Faced with one of the toughest winter environments in the world, competitors in the Iditarod Trail Invitational need to have what it takes to survive the brutal conditions of the frozen Alaskan wilderness. This title introduces readers to a race that follows the same path as the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, but instead features human competitors trying to make it through this month-long test on their feet, bikes, or skis. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a map, a glossary, and an index.

Every year in the heart of winter, runners, bikers, and skiers challenge themselves to cross 135 miles of terrain in the remote woods of northern Minnesota. This title introduces readers to one of the coldest ultramarathons on the planet, a race that begins in the "Icebox of the Nation" and only gets tougher from there. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a map, a glossary, and an index.

Color illustrations and simple text arranged from A to Z help young readers learn the alphabet.

An introduction to the sport of skiing that covers equipment, the different styles, practicing, and other related topics.

An introduction to the sport of skiing that covers equipment, the different styles, practicing, and other related topics.

"High-tech gear. Exciting competitions. Indoor or outdoor slopes. There are many reasons to love skiing and snowboarding--discover 12 of them! Topics include history, equipment, elite competitions like the Olympics and ESPN's X Games, and famous athletes, such as Bode Miller and Shaun White"--Provided by publisher.

"Get outdoors and enjoy the thrill of skiing. Readers will learn all about the proper clothing, footwear, and supplies they need for both downhill and cross-country skiing. Find out how to stay safe and have fun while taking part in a . . . winter sport!"--Provided by publisher.

"Skis and snowboards zipping down the hill, ice skates carving their way along a frozen pond, and so much more. Which winter sports do you play? Explore all about winter sports through simple, inviting text paired with vibrant images for seasons of fun!"--Provided by publisher.