Explains how to snowboard like a pro, from basic techniques to advanced skills.

A simple introduction to the history, gear, techniques, and enjoyment of the relatively new sport of snowboarding.

"The winter sports season is here, and the Aldens are excited about all the snow activities--especially snowboarding. But soon they find themselves in the middle of a mystery surrounding a star athlete and a stolen snowboard"--Provided by publisher.

Let's snowboard! Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Snowboarding introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try snowboarding themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the equipment needed to participate, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary.

"Engaging images accompany information about snowboarding slopestyle. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

In the 1980's Rosie Kelly found herself braving the red tape, searing scrutiny and strict oversight of Chinese officials in order to lead bicycle tours in a country only recently open to the west. Mistaken for a Christian missionary, her luggage was searched for contraband Bibles and her tour groups for Playboy and other such evidence of western degenerate behavior. Although she led teen bike tours since the early seventies, she had little experience...

"Engaging images accompany information about Big Air Snowboarding. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

When Will Pastora's family arrived at the Sorenson Resort for a family vacation he did not know that there was going to be a snowboarding competition; he enjoys snowboarding, but he is embarrassed to admit that he is only a beginner so he signs up at a higher level--and soon realizes that tackling the more difficult slopes is dangerous and that he needs some help to admit his error in front of his new, more experienced acquaintances.

Unleash Your Inner Snowboarding Pro with "Shredding the Slopes" Are you tired of feeling stuck on the bunny slopes? Frustrated with your lack of progress despite countless hours on the mountain? Dreaming of mastering those epic tricks you see in videos? "Shredding the Slopes: A Complete Guide to Snowboarding Mastery" is your ultimate solution to overcoming these challenges and transforming into the snowboarder you've always wanted to be. About This...

Hoping to be a professional snowboarder like her father, sixteen-year-old Jessa Castillo ignores an approaching storm to practice snowboarding with her brother, Pax, fourteen, but soon the two are trapped in a blizzard.