Resultados para "Life" en Deportes y ocio

Unlock the Power of Basketball to Inspire Resilience, Teamwork, and Diversity—Even Off the Court! Looking for captivating, empowering stories? Epic Basketball Stories is your slam-dunk solution! This action-packed collection showcases basketball’s biggest legends, rising stars, and unsung heroes. More than just a game, these stories highlight perseverance, diversity, and personal growth—perfect for young listeners, whether they love basketball or are just discovering it.

Growing up, Wat Misaka wasn’t the tallest kid on the basketball court, but he was fast and he loved the game! In his Japanese American basketball league, Wat dribbled with speed and shared the ball as much as he scored. Encouraged by his father to always do his best, Wat applied this mindset to every challenge in his life. As Wat spent more time on the court, his passion for the game grew. He played in college at the University of Utah during WWII, a time when many Japanese Americans were stripped of their freedoms and incarcerated by the US government. 

Many of us grew up scoring a thousand glorious NHL goals in our minds, and on our streets and corner rinks. We won the Stanley Cup over and over in our imaginations. What happened to those childhood heroics? We packed them in a box with our hockey cards and forgot them. Growing Up Hockey uses the heartwarming and comical exploits of a house-league third-liner to prompt us to re-live our memories of hockey glory.

Henry Ford loved mechanical things: springs and gears, cogs and wheels, and things that clicked and ticked and turned. One hot summer day in 1876, Henry and his father were riding to Detroit in their farm wagon. Suddenly there was a huffing-puffing monster heading straight toward them. It was a...

At 17, Karen Chen has already achieved what some girls can only dream of - and it's only the beginning for her. The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, she began figure skating at five. Ten years and many grueling training sessions later, she won a bronze medal at the 2015 US Championships after sustaining a nearly career-ending ankle fracture a year earlier. In 2017, she became the US National Champion, winning gold twice and receiving the highest score ever recorded for the short program at the US National level.

Adapted for young readers! Join two-time Women's World Cup champion, Olympic gold medalist, and trailblazing activist Megan Rapinoe in the fight for equality and justice in this middle grade adaptation of her New York Times bestselling memoir, One Life. You know Megan Rapinoe as an...

Brought to you by Puffin. The story of a game-changing tennis champion. Serena Williams began playing tennis when she was just a child, and is now an Olympic champion who's won more Grand Slam singles titles than anyone else. Throughout her life she's battled many things, from life-threatening...

Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens - African-American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist - in this fascinating kids' biography. Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he experienced discrimination throughout his athletic career, such as having to...

Join the Pro Football Hall of Fame in celebrating the legendary coach, announcer, and video game personality! This new biography is based on interviews with John Madden himself! Nobody knows more about football than John Madden does. His childhood revolved around sports. When an injury kept him...

Join the Pro Football Hall of Fame in celebrating this legendary quarterback and football commentator! This new biography is based on interviews with Troy Aikman himself! Troy Aikman has always been a winner. In high school, he won the state championship—in typing! Of course, he was a football...

Manny the Pac-Man Pacquiao! Every boxing fan around the world will be familiar with this introduction to this world champion boxing legend. But life for Manny Pacquiao started off in circumstances very unfamiliar to most of us. As a young boy, Manny Pacquiao grew up in humble upbringing, with little money, clothes, and food. But this made him determined to make it his mission and pursue his dream of becoming a boxer and changing his life and his future.

Young minds are constantly seeking direction and inspiration. But in today’s environment full of distractions, it’s not easy to find the right resource for what kids really need. That’s why this book is so timely. This book understands the hurdles kids face – the need for role models, the struggle with challenges, and the desire for meaningful connections. It’s the solution you’ve been looking for: a collection of 15 awe-inspiring stories from basketball legends, each a testament to overcoming adversity and achieving greatness.

Fuel your child's passion for soccer with this dynamic duo of biographies a must-have for 9-12 year-olds who dream of scoring goals like their idols! Introducing "Cristiano Ronaldo And Lionel Messi—The Boys Who Dreamed of Being Champions," a unique 2-in-1 book that unfolds the incredible journeys of the two greatest soccer players ever.

This book isn't just another compilation of baseball statistics and records. It's a journey through the lives of legends like Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and many others, showcasing how their trials and triumphs extend far beyond the baseball diamond.

The New York Times bestselling author of Look Again challenges young Christians to find their mission and pursue a bold, bright, fulfilling life. Do you struggle with self-defeating thoughts? I’m too young. I’m not good at anything. Remember that dumb mistake I made last week? My life...

He came from a poor family in São Gonçalo, where football was played as a hobby rather than a career. But Vini Jr's talent shone through and caught the eyes of family academies, before his determination was rewarded with his dream move to Real Madrid. Discover the story of how Vini Jr silenced...

FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD! Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game. Name: Mary Alexandra Earps Nationality: English Hero Rating: 95 Mary Earps caught the football bug at an early age, kicking a...

FROM THE NO.1 FOOTBALL SERIES - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD! Introducing the SUPER STOPPERS collection. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game. Name: Leah Cathrine Williamson Nationality: English Hero Rating: 97 Born into a footballing family, Leah Williamson followed in...

He was compared to Zlatan before he'd even finished school. Most players would have crumbled under the pressure, but Isak just kept on scoring. Discover the story of how Alexander Isak went from the streets of Stockholm to becoming one of the Premier League's deadliest strikers through clinical...

Today, Mohamed Salah is a Liverpool legend and an inspiration to millions. Discover the story of how football took Salah from the streets of Nagrig to the roar of Anfield, through hard work and perseverance, which lead him to become one of the greatest forwards in Premier League history. A...