Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade is a superstar of the NBA. Born in Chicago, he idolized Bulls star Michael Jordan. Wade's talent with the basketball wasn't obvious in his youth. However, in high school, he became determined to master the skills and strategy he'd need to succeed as a professional athlete. Following Wade's career from his NCAA years to his hard-earned NBA records, this book examines how the star overcame obstacles to achieve dazzling...

Have you ever cast into the surf in hopes of tempting a striped bass or bluefish? Or fished from an ocean pier and felt a mackerel take your line? Or have you taken a boat deep-sea fishing to catch big game fish such as tuna or swordfish? Saltwater fishing from shore or in boats can be a thrilling experience! Enter the Great Outdoors Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, and catches connected to saltwater fishing. You'll discover: •...

You've just flushed an upland bird. What do you do next? Hunting upland birds, such as pheasants, quail, and grouse, requires quick thinking and accurate shooting skill. These birds fly away at the smallest sound, so you need to be ready to take your shot. If you're prepared, you'll have a great time hunting in woodlands, fields, and thick brush for upland birds. Enter the Great Outdoors Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, and best...

"Read about Hall of Fame baseball player, Cal Ripken, Jr., in this sports biography. Learn about the Iron Man, and how he became the legendary player that he is"--Provided by publisher.

Explores Olympic basketball history, discussing key figures and record breakers, including LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Cheryl Miller.

Explores Olympic Hockey history, discussing key figures and record breakers, including Sidney Crosby, Karyn Bye, and Rob Blake.

Perhaps no sporting event has told more amazing stories than the Olympic Games. Great Moments in Olympic Skiing tells the stories of surprise and dominance, of inspiration and determination, of persistence and overcoming adversity. Title includes colorful descriptions of memorable moments old and new, a list of great Olympians in skiing, Great Moment sidebars, and frequent subheads. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards....

Explores Olympic swimming and diving history, discussing key figures and record breakers including MIchael Phelps, Greg Louganis, and Dawn Fraser.

Treat readers to a biography about one of the greats. Many basketball experts consider Larry Bird among the greatest all-around players in the history of basketball. A three-time MVP, Bird guided the Boston Celtics to three NBA championships. Readers find out how Bird went from a small-town Indiana boy to a basketball star on the greatest stage.

For more than twenty-five years, Nolan Ryan thrilled audiences with his sizzling 100-plus mile-per-hour fastballs. Ryan set numerous records, including the career mark for most strikeouts and no-hitters. Readers follow along with the author as he weaves the tale of Ryan's Hall-of-Fame journey.