The Howling Timberwolves need to win the best two out of three hockey games to make it to the championship finals. But first Johnny Maverick has to survive a visit from his six-year-old cousin, Sarah. And not even Johnny's dog Marvin is safe. Worse, Johnny's got a big lesson to learn on the ice, too. As always, Johnny and Stu and Tom thing they have the answers. But, as usual, they are wrong.
Describes sport bike races. Provides information about the history of the sport, characteristics of the bikes, important events, and famous riders.
Paintball, a wild activity, is highlighted along with who enjoys playing it, rules that are followed, and safety equipment that must be worn.
Describes off-road racing. The reader learns about the history of the sport, characteristics of the vehicles, important events, and famous drivers.
Monster truck rallies are described and explained in this book. Readers learn how the trucks are made, who makes them, and why people love this sport.
Describes kiteboarding and where it is done. Includes information on equipment, technique, and safety rules.
This introduction to kickboxing provides information on the sport's equipment, training, rules, competitions, and rankings.
The very famous Indy 500 is explained in this book. Well-known drivers, cars, and sponsors are highlighted.
Describes go-kart racing and who enjoys doing it. Characteristics of the vehicles, who participates in races, and where the races are held are included in this book.
Describes demolition racing. Readers learn about the vehicles that are raced and then demolished, safety issues, and how to get involved.
Head out on the highway! Touring motorcycles are made for long, cross-country trips. Readers will discover the technology and unique design that make touring motorcycles ideal for long-distance travel.
Trials bike riding is more about agility and balance than it is speed. This requires a certain type of motorcycle. Young readers will learn how trials bikes are built to suit the needs of their riders.
Top Fuel drivers and their cars race one-on-one in a straight line. Drag racing is one of the most popular forms of auto racing, and Top Fuel dragsters are the fastest dragsters around. Young readers will explore the technology that enables a Top Fuel dragster to travel faster than 330 miles per hour!
People swim for many different reasons—recreation, exercise, or competition. The goal of competitive swimming is to be the fastest in a variety of events featuring different strokes. Kids will learn the history, strokes, rules, and much more! Blastoff! Series
Soccer is one of the world's most popular team sports and is the fastest growing sport in the United States. A player must kick or hit the ball with their chest or head. Only goalies can use their hands! Children will learn the history, rules, and equipment that make soccer the popular sport it is today. Blastoff! Series
High-performance engines make these boats capable of incredible speeds. Young readers will learn how powerboats are designed to reduce wind resistance in their goal of reaching the fastest speed possible.
Discover football linebacker techniques and skills and meet famous linebackers.
Discover football linebacker techniques and skills and meet famous linebackers.
This book explores the position of basketball center, discussing the skills required, the position's function as a part of the team, and some of the greatest centers in history.
Learn basic baseball skills and techniques at the catcher position and meet famous catchers.
Learn basic baseball first basemen skills and techniques then meet other famous first basemen.
Learn basic hockey goalie skills and techniques then meet other famous hockey goalies.
Football is a hard-hitting game. From games in the back yard to high school to the NFL, people love to play and watch football. Kids will learn the history, basic rules, and equipment of football, as well as how the game is played today. Blastoff! Series
Enduro motorcycles are used in races where the rider needs to keep a steady pace through many checkpoints, often over very rough terrain. Students will find out how the construction and technology of an enduro motorcycle helps it complete these races.
People of all ages love to play and watch the game of baseball. It has been a part of American history for around 150 years. Young readers learn the history of baseball, learn how the game is played, and read about how baseball has become a global sport. Blastoff! Series
