Tina Esparza loves everything about soccer, especially that it is a team sport where no one player is in the spotlight. Imagine her surprise when the coach asks her to train as goalkeeper. Will Tina be able to overcome her shyness and accept the position that puts her in the centre of attention?
Chris plays for the ice hockey team Arctic Wolves but it's not all fun and games - some kids pick on him, (because of his small size), and his friend Derek because he is the only African-American in the league. The pair try to prove that size and race do not matter when playing sport.
The #1 sports series for kids takes readers on the court and behind the scenes with beloved NBA icon Kobe Bryant in this inspiring biography.
Rob Lasher is just an ordinary soccer player, good at the game, but not great. Then one afternoon, he saves his coach's life in front of all his teammates. Suddenly, he's the team's hero. As some members of his team and the rest of the town continue to laud Rob's heroic act, Rob realizes he doesn't want the attention and any unearned accolades that come with it. Kids will learn that doing what is right should be the norm, not the exception.
In this sequel by Matt Christopher, the #1 sports series for kids, the hero of Lacross Face-Off returns with another exciting story about revenge, loyalty and the popular sport of lacrosse.
The first in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the plate with a baseball legend
Another in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a soccer legend
This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the court with an all-star who reaches for new heights
This entry in a brand new line of sports biographies from Matt Christopher takes readers onto the field with a beloved quarterback
Based on a popular bestseller, this is our first Matt Christopher reader!
Although he's better known for his wisecracks than his goal keeping abilities, Jason Shearer is taking the place of the Soccer 'Cats' goalie, who's going on vacation. Will Jason learn what he needs to know before the game against the always-tough Panthers?
Sylvester has been playing baseball so badly this season that the coach has him warming the bench. When Cheeko, an ex-ballplayer, offers to show him a few pointers, he improves dramatically. But why can't Sylvester shake the feeling that there's something fishy about Cheeko?
With a fresh new look, this reissue of the Matt Christopher classic that tells the story of a young baseball fan learning the meaning of success will capture the imaginations of a new generation of young readers while teaching them about the importance of friendship and teamwork.
The #1 sports series for kids takes readers onto the field and behind the scenes of the US Women's Soccer team, the most successful team in international women's soccer, and highlights some of its most exciting games and players.
No other family has conquered football like the Mannings. Discover their amazing story in this biography that includes stats and the achievements of the Mannings, on and off the football field. It all started with the dad, Archie, a former pro quarterback who taught his sons Peyton and Eli to play football. Now, the brothers have a legacy of their own as pro quarterbacks, starting with two stunning Super Bowl wins. This exciting Matt Christopher biography gives readers the story behind this famous football family, as well as thrilling recaps of some of the most awesome games in NFL history.
The 22nd titles in this top-selling sports series reviews the life of skateboarding superstar Tony Hawk.
The sixth first chapter book featuring Matt Christopher's popular "Peach Street Mudders" baseball team - now in paperback format.
A collection of wacky jokes, riddles, puns, and anecdotes about America's favorite pastime is gathered by a favorite young sports fiction writer and is guaranteed to liven up locker rooms and baseball diamonds alike.
The 27nd title in this top-selling sports series reviews the life of baseball superstar, the Mariner's Japanese import, Ichiro.
Matt Christopher, the #1 sports series for kids, profiles Major League Baseball superstar Albert Pujols
Now available in paperback, the seventh entry in Matt Christopher's SOCCER 'CATS features Jerry Dinh, the left striker.
When he was a little boy, Derek Jeter had only one dream: he wanted to play shortstop for the New York Yankees. Today he lives that dream. One of the most revered players in Major League Baseball, Derek Jeter inspires young people with his determination and outstanding athletic abilities.
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