Elliott Smith

"Black athletes had been playing basketball long before the NBA and WNBA existed. Discover basketball's origins, the stars of the Black Fives, and the Black Fives's lasting impact on the sport"-- Provided by publisher.

This title introduces readers to Bryce Harper, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his MLB career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents The best players rise to the challenge when the spotlight is brightest. That's why they're called Playmakers....

The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers have a history of hard-fought games and thrilling finishes. The teams have battled in the same division since the Ravens joined the league in 1996. But which team wins this football rivalry? Compare their star players and biggest victories and decide who wins this NFL smackdown.

"Check out the fast sport of freeriding! Learn about freeriding, how it started, equipment needed, and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other motocross sports, and find out how athletes practice their skills and experience thrills in nature"--Provided by publisher.

A lo largo de la historia y hasta nuestros días, las personas se han trasladado de un lugar a otro para escapar del peligro y buscar una vida mejor. Pero con frecuencia los inmigrantes y refugiados encuentran realidades hostiles en sus viajes. Conoce más sobre la inmigración y la reubicación de refugiados tanto en Estados Unidos y como en el mundo, incluidas las grandes migraciones históricas y recientes, las dificultades de la vida en un nuevo...

En Estados Unidos, la cantidad de dinero que las personas ganan por hacer el mismo trabajo no siempre es la misma. Hasta hace poco no era ilegal pagarles más a los hombres que a las mujeres por el mismo trabajo, y la historia de racismo del país ha dado origen a grandes disparidades en el acceso a la riqueza entre las personas blancas y las negras, que persisten aún en el siglo XXI. Conoce cómo se originó la desigualdad en los ingresos, por qué...

You are fighting for equity and equal rights during the turbulent 1960s. How will you take part in this historic battle? Will you join the Freedom Riders to fight segregation on buses? Will you sit in at segregated lunch counters or join the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom? Step back in time to take part in this historic fight for equality.

From the best stick handlers and scorers to the greatest goalies and everything in between, readers will find all the hottest hockey trivia here. Photos that pop and small bites of information make for fun, enjoyable reading for hard-core hockey fans. Browsable text and high-flying hockey action help to draw in reluctant readers as well as the most dedicated sports enthusiasts.

Comparado con países similares, Estados Unidos tiene un problema único de violencia con armas de fuego. Todos los años se producen altos índices de muertes y lesiones relacionadas con las armas de fuego. Los debates sobre cómo reducir la violencia con armas de fuego se centran en la definición de los derechos de la Segunda Enmienda, diferentes ideas sobre la libertad y qué reformas promulgar. Aprende más sobre cómo están trabajando las organizaciones...

This exciting book provides an overview of the life and career of football star Davante Adams. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest...