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Publisher
Abdo Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The gridiron produces a never-ending supply of exciting moments and unbelievable achievements. Jerry Rice holds many wide receiver records. Emmitt Smith rushed his way into the record books. To send the 49ers to the Super Bowl, Joe Montana throws a pass so famous it is known ubiquitously as "The Catch." Football: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
These are the records and moments that will be remembered forever. Cal Ripken Jr.'s iron man streak, Joe Dimaggio's hitting streak, both the Minnesota Twins and the Atlanta Braves going worst to first in one year to play each other in the 1991 World Series. Baseball: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sports legends and stories are made on the court. The 1995–96 Chicago Bulls showed their dominance by winning an impressive 72 games in one season. Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in a single game. Bill Russell won 11 titles for the Boston Celtics. Basketball: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
There are legends and moments that happened on the pitch that helped make Soccer the world's most popular sport. Pelé proving he's the best of all time by getting the record for career goals and winning three world cups, Lionel Messi winning "player of the year" four times in a row, and Cameroon putting Africa on the soccer map during their World Cup run in 1990. Soccer: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Artistic gymnastics is a demonstration on strength, athletics, and grace. Gymnastics has athletes and moments that leave the world in awe. Nadia Comaneci was 14 years old when she was the first person to get a perfect score at the Olympics. Kohei Uchimura showed why he's the best in the world when he won the all-around title five years in a row. Gabby Douglas crushed her competition to become the first black gymnast to claim gold in the all-around...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Many legends have laced up skates and now define the sport. Wayne Gretzky's name is all over the record books making it easy for him to be called "The Great One." Glenn Hall, "Mr. Goalie" holds an impressive iron man streak, all without wearing a goalie mask. There is, of course, the most talked about moment in all of hockey the "Miracle on Ice." Hockey: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
These are the records and moments that will be remembered forever. Cal Ripken Jr.'s iron man streak, Joe Dimaggio's hitting streak, both the Minnesota Twins and the Atlanta Braves going worst to first in one year to play each other in the 1991 World Series. Baseball: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of E-Sports. This title explores if E-sports competitors are real athletes, and scholarships for E-sports and much more. The title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of baseball such as ditching the Ump and who belongs in the Hall of Fame. This title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of basketball. This title features players from Larry Bird to Magic Johnson. The title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of football. This title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of hockey such as should fighting be allowed, and comparing Wayne Gretzky to modern day greats like Sidney Crosby and many more. This title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of soccer such as, Messi or Ronaldo? And should video review be added to the sport? This title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Competition can be fierce on the football field. From NFL matchups to college clashes, teams and players give their all, and passionate fans support them every step of the way. Learn the history behind some of football's biggest rivalries and decide who comes out on top.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From clashes on college courts to big-time matchups in NBA and WNBA, basketball is an intense game. But what makes a great rivalry? Is it a showdown between two well-matched teams? Is it one player breaking another's record? From slam dunks to national championships, learn about some of basketball's most memorable rivalries.
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English
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The most popular sport in the world is guaranteed to have its fair share of rivalries. Does winning a World Cup make a team the best? Or does Olympic gold deserve the glory? Discover some of soccer's biggest rivalries past and present and decide for yourself who's the best.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
America's favorite pastime is full of rivalries. Which is the better team, the Yankees or the Red Sox? Who's the better player, A-Rod or Derek Jeter? From college competition to major-league matchups, discover some of baseball's biggest rivalries past and present!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Have you ever landed a smallmouth bass after a fair fight? Or spent a day slowly trolling for walleye? Or felt a trout or pike tug on your bait after a perfect cast? There's nothing better than a successful day fishing on freshwater lakes, rivers, or streams. Enter the Great Outdoors Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, and catches connected to freshwater fishing. You'll discover: • What fishing techniques work best for different...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Introduces saltwater fishing, discussing the techniques that work best for catching different fish, what type of gear is required, how regulations help preserve fish populations, and how to fillet and cook a fish
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