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David "Dav" Pilkey

2010
An introduction to David "Dav" Pilkey, creator of the Captain Underpants series of books, telling how he was able to overcome his childhood struggles with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to become a successful author.

Knife fights

a memoir of modern war in theory and practice

The absolutely true diary of a part-time Indian

teacher guide
2010
Presents a teacher's study guide for Sherman Alexie's "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" and includes story summary, activities, and assessment.

The last great fight

the extraordinary tale of two men and how one fight changed their lives forever
2007
Chronicles the 1990 bout between Mike Tyson and James "Buster" Douglas and discusses both men's training, ambitions, and lives.

Troy Aikman

Hall of Fame football superstar
2014
Profiles Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman, describing how he went from a small town star in Oklahoma to a three-time Super Bowl winning champion with the Dallas Cowboys.

Run for the dream

1996
Runner Gail Devers had to conquer a crippling disease to regain the ability to walk, and then went on to race in the Olympics.

Greg Maddux, Cal Ripken, Jr.

1996
Discusses the personal and professional achievements of baseball players Greg Maddux, winner of four consecutive Cy Young Awards, and Cal Ripken, Jr., star shortstop and two-time American League MVP.

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