“Grades 2-4 - Young readers interested in the Olympic Games will find a perfect introduction in the Summer Olympic Sports series (6 new titles). Combat Sports introduces readers to high-contact sports such as wrestling, martial arts, and fencing and explains how they are judged. Track and Field focuses on intense athletic events such as running, jumping, and throwing and the different competitions within each of those categories. Each title includes information about the origin of the event and its inclusion in the Summer Olympic Games, information about top countries and Olympic athletes, and helps readers visualize how each sport is played. A glossary, list of suggested titles and websites, and index are included in each title. A succinct but insightful introduction to Summer Olympic Games. ”
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Basketball
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of basketball at the Olympics. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Combat Sports
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the rules and types of combat sports featured at the Olympics, including wrestling, boxing, tae kwon do, judo, fencing, and karate. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Gymnastics
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of gymnastics featured at the Olympics, including artistic, rhythmic, and trampoline. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Swimming and Diving
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the rules and types of swimming and diving events featured at the Olympics, including swimming races, diving, and artistic swimming (formerly synchronized swimming). Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Track and Field
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the track and field events featured at the Olympics, including running, jumping, and throwing events. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Volleyball
This updated book for elementary readers presents information about the history and rules of volleyball at the Olympics, including indoor and beach volleyball. Includes a table of contents, Q&A feature, glossary, books and websites, and index.
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Summer Olympic Sports
Every four years, athletes gather to test their strength and speed against the world’s best at the Summer Olympic Games. This updated series explains the most popular Olympic sporting events to young readers who are eager to watch the excitement. Includes a table of contents, Q&A boxes, glossary, further resources, and index.
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Complete Series of 6: retail $222.60 your price $155.70
Format: Reinforced Library Binding
Available in North American Spanish.
Pages: 32
Trim Size: 6.5" x 9.5"