Brendan Flynn
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Alongside both historic and recent photographs, readers will learn about each NFL team's history, greatest seasons, greatest players, and team records. In addition, the book offers an in-depth introduction about the sport's history, a section on star players, and information on the statistical leaders in various categories. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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Alongside both historic and recent photographs, readers will learn about each MLB team's history, greatest seasons, greatest players, and team records. In addition, the book offers an in-depth introduction about the sport's history, a section on star players, and information on the statistical leaders in various categories. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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"Basketball is filled with great plays from strong players-like Russell Westbrook's record-breaking triple-doubles in 2021 and Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi's hard-to-beat Olympic gold medals. In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, young readers can experience these exciting moments and other record-breaking achievements in basketball. Fast-paced and fact-filled, this collection of record smashers will delight sports fans with thrilling feats in basketball"--...
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This exciting book provides young readers an inside look at the Montreal Canadiens, from the team's formation up to the present day. The book includes a table of contents, team facts, additional resources links, a glossary, and an index. This Press Box Books title is aligned to a reading level of grade 4 and an interest level of grades 4-7.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From Lionel Messi to Carli Lloyd, Superstars of the World Cup introduces readers to some of the greatest sports players in the World Cup. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The NBA's expansion wave crested with the arrival of two Canadian teams in 1995. But only the Toronto Raptors survived. Then they thrived. Then they became NBA champions. From the pioneers of the 1990s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Raptors one of the NBA's most interesting through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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They joined the league as the expansion Colt 45s in 1962, but they became winners as the Houston Astros. From the legends of the game to today's superstars, get to know the players who've made the Astros one of MLB's top teams through the years.
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In car racing, more is better-more speed, more races, and more wins. In 2019, Brittany Force smashed Tony Schumacher's record for the fastest speed in a dragster. And Hendrick Motorsports has more NASCAR wins than any other team. In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, young readers can track these exciting moments and other record-breaking achievements in car racing. Fast-paced and fact-filled, this collection of record smashers will delight sports...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Carefully leveled text and vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the basics of the sport of baseball. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From Tom Brady to Russell Wilson, Superstars of the Super Bowl introduces readers to some of the greatest sports players in the Super Bowl. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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One of the oldest and most beloved teams in baseball, the Chicago Cubs have called Wrigley Field home for more than 100 years. The longtime lovable losers finally broke their World Series curse in 2016 and have remained a title contender ever since. From the legends of the game to today's superstars, get to know the players who've made the Cubs one of MLB's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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They had a number of star players but couldn't put it all together in Montreal. But when the Expos moved to Washington, DC, they changed their name and their fortunes, finally bringing a world title to the nation's capital in 2019. From the legends of the game to today's superstars, get to know the players who've made the Nationals one of MLB's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Tracing their roots to the nation's capital, the Minnesota Twins shrugged off the losing ways of the Washington Senators when they relocated in 1961 and became one of the American League's top teams in the next decade. Later, they won two World Series and built a strong young team that saved baseball in Minnesota. From the legends of the game to today's superstars, get to know the players who've made the Twins one of MLB's top teams through the years....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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How do you pick extreme sports GOATs? Is it snowboarder Chloe Kim or skateboarder Tony Hawk? Or maybe it's BMX legend Dave Mirra. With so many sports, how do you choose? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of extreme sports and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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They rounded out a trio of Texas teams when they joined the league in 1980. Along the way, the Dallas Mavericks have employed a number of international stars, including a forward from Germany who helped them become NBA champions. From the pioneers of the 1980s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Mavericks one of the NBA's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Portland Trail Blazers won the NBA title the first time they made the playoffs. Since then, they've been a consistent force in the Pacific Northwest. From the pioneers of the 1970s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Trail Blazers one of the NBA's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A holdover from the rival ABA, the San Antonio Spurs survived the merger and thrived in their first decade in the NBA. But it took the arrival of two elite post players and a savvy head coach to make them champions. From the pioneers of the 1970s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Spurs one of the NBA's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Tracing their roots back to the early days of the National League, the Braves called Boston and Milwaukee home before settling in Atlanta, where they became one of the league's most dominant teams in the 1990s. From the legends of the game to today's superstars, get to know the players who've made the Braves one of MLB's top teams through the years.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From David Ortiz to George Springer, Superstars of the World Series introduces readers to some of the greatest sports players in the World Series. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to...