Nagelhout, Ryan

"From a distance, soccer may seem like a tough sport to understand. Once you get to the pitch and get running, though, it's easy to see why it's so much fun! Readers explore 'the beautiful game' in this exciting title full of soccer terms and facts. From an easy explanation of offside rules to the history of red and yellow cards, colorful photos and graphics make soccer history and tactical concepts easy to understand, bringing a new generation to the world's most popular sport"--From the publisher's web site.

Introduces the career of a geologist.

"Taking the soccer pitch can be intimidating if you're not sure where to go. It's a big field and each position on the ""starting 11"" has a big responsibility. Whether exploring all the ways a keeper makes saves or how the defense works in front of them, readers will love experiencing the game of soccer in this exciting title. Filled with golden goals and brilliant passes, readers take a deep dive into ""the beautiful game"" and learn important ways they can succeed with their friends on the pitch.".

A biography of American soccer player Abby Wambach.

"Michael Phelps, nicknamed the Flying Fish, is the most decorated Olympian of all time with a total of 28 medals. He has broken several world records in swimming and is now known as the greatest swimmer of all time. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, Phelps has broken the mold by overcoming the stigma surrounding the disorder. Although he retired from swimming after the 2016 Summer Olympics, Phelps still serves as a role model and a source of inspiration for young people around the world. This book provides readers with photographs and a timeline that give insight into Phelps's record-setting career.".

From defenders sliding into shooting lanes to the cuts and spins that free attackers for scoring chances, lacrosse is a fast-moving game that's exciting to watch and play. Readers will experience the ins and outs of lacrosse, learn its rules and regulations, and see for themselves how each position is important in creating a winning team.

Discusses the science and technology behind building dams.

Today's news headlines are plentifully peppered by the latest hacks into some of the world's largest and most reputable companies.

A biography of Michael Phelps.