Relates the 1996 experiences of Jon Krakauer, a writer for Outside magazine, as he joined a group attempting to climb to the highest point on earth, the summit of Mt. Everest.
Presents, in text and illustrations, a brief history of the Olympic Games from their origins in ancient Greece through their revival as the modern Olympics in 1894 to the present day.
Packed with all the essentials children need for safe and fun-filled inline skating, this guide to the world's fastest growing sport provides useful advice on the best equipment, step-by-step instructions for basic techniques, and information on competition.
Read about the perilous quest to reach the summit of the tallest mountain on Earth. The Scholastic History Readers series was created especially to bring history to life for beginning readers. This book introduces readers to Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay--the first men to reach the peak of Mount Everest. Difficult climbing conditions on Everest--rough terrain, cold temperatures, and high…
An introduction to gymnastics features demonstrations of a variety of techniques and skills, including floor and equipment exercises, and provides advice on choosing a gym, wearing the proper clothing, and composing routines.
Relates the story of the fifteen-year-old Alaskan boy and his dogs as they prepare for and then run the 158-mile course of the Junior Iditarod Race.
Fishing expert Duane Lund pours a lifetime of experience into the perfect introduction to fishing. Children will learn about equipment, bait, lures and weather, as well as how to locate fish and more! It will feel as if Duane is your personal guide.
Introduces competitive swimming, including the different types of strokes, the equipment used, and how swimming races are organized.
Since the fast success of Lanny Poffo's new book, Limericks from the Heart (and Lungs!) it has sparked new interest for his 1988 book: Leaping Lanny: Wrestling with Rhyme. Have a glimpse into the poetic soul of "The Genius" of the World Wrestling Federation.
Provides advice on equipment and preparations for weight lifting, describes a specific program of training spread over two days, and suggests follow-up activities.