Ocean State Libraries

Updated for 2020. Learn basic baseball skills and techniques at the catcher position and meet famous catchers.

"Profiles the life and accomplishments of the Portuguese soccer player from the island of Madeira, including his time with Manchester United and Real Madrid, and his success in international tournaments." --

Updated for 2020. Introduces the goalie position in soccer and explains the skills needed by goalies.

Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Roy Halladay: Superstar Pitcher summarizes Roy Halladay's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

"This title introduces readers to Williams, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of her tennis career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources."--Publisher's website.

"This title introduces readers to Curry, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his basketball career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources."--Publisher's website.

'Playmarkers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Robert Griffin III: RGIII - NFL Sensation summarizes Griffin's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far.'

"This title introduces readers to Harper, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his baseball career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources."--Publisher's website.