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Biography, Sports biography, Canadian biography, Canadian non-fiction, Canadian authors (Non-fiction)
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He weighed as much as a horse; he once wrestled a bear; he could devour twenty-five chickens in one sitting.…
This whimsical book tells the story of Antonio Barichievich, the larger-than-life strongman who had muscles as big as his heart. Grades K-3. 2016.Available copies:
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Biography, Sports biography
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a legandary sports star? Talent? Determination? Teamwork? You're right, but it…
takes more than that. Using everyday items like toy airplanes, Coke bottles, and pencil sharpeners, and with fun and fascinating tales of each player's life -- on and off the field -- Hanoch Piven shows us what our favorite pro-athletes of the past and present are really made of. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2006.Available copies:
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Biography, Sports biography
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Tiki and Ronde are brothers, best friends, and teammates on the Cave Spring Vikings football team. It's the last preseason…
game against their arch-rival Knights -- and the football is suddenly knocked out of Tiki's grip. Inspired by Coach Mike, who tells Tiki, "You've gotta believe," Tiki begins secret practice sessions with Ronde in the morning on the way to school. Will it make a difference in the next big game against the Knights? Based on the childhoods of NFL superstars Tiki and Ronde Barber. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2006.Available copies:
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Biography, Sports biography
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Describes the racial prejudice experienced by Jackie Robinson when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers and became the first black player…
in Major League baseball, and depicts the acceptance and support he received from his white teammate Pee Wee Reese. Grades K-3. 1990.Available copies:
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Sports biography
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An inspiring, girl-power biography about the magic of running and affecting change. Kathrine Switzer changed the world of running. This…
narrative biography follows Kathrine from running laps as a girl in her backyard to becoming the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with official race numbers in 1967. Her inspirational true story is for anyone willing to challenge the rules. The compelling collage art adds to the kinetic action of the story. With tension and heart, this biography has the influential power to get readers into running. An excellent choice for sports fans, New Englanders, young dreamers, and competitive girls and boys alike.Available copies:
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Biography, Sports biography
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What does the world's greatest soccer player love about the game? The same things as we do! Speed, team work,…
dribbling, passing, taking your best shot - and making a G-O-A-A-A-L! Pelé, three-time World Cup champion, in his own words, celebrates the kick and thrill of his favourite sport. Grades K-3. 2010.Available copies:
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Parenting, General non-fiction, Sports biography
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Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Terry Fox Marathon of Hope, this picture book biography tells the story of a…
friendship defined by strength and love.Before Terry Fox become a national hero and icon, he was just a regular kid. But even then, his characteristic strength, determination and loyalty were apparent and were the foundation for his friendship with Doug. The two first met at basketball tryouts in grammar school. Terry was the smallest - and worst - basketball player on the court. But that didn't stop him. With Doug's help, Terry practiced and practiced until he earned a spot on the team. As they grew up, the best friends supported each other, challenged each other, helped each other become better athletes and better people. Doug was by Terry's side every step of the way: when Terry received a diagnosis of cancer in his leg, when he was learning to walk - then run - with a prosthetic leg and while he was training for the race of his life, his Marathon of Hope. Written from Doug's perspective, this story shows that Terry Fox's legacy goes beyond the physical and individual accomplishments of a disabled athlete and honors the true value of friendship.Available copies:
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United States travel and geography, Sports biography, Social issues
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Jesse Owens,…
the great track and field star. The youngest of ten children, Jesse grew up working in the cotton fields of Alabama. Discovered by his high school track and field coach, Jesse quickly rose to fame as an athlete. He went on the challenge racism on the world stage at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and made new world records. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the athlete and activist's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!Available copies:
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Fitness, Sports biography, Sports and games
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A celebration of sport — and Andre De Grasse’s positive, winning attitudeEveryone gets nervous butterflies. I don’t let that feeling…
stop me.I love the feeling of being proud of myself. I can only feel it by trying my best.My butterflies just mean I am excited to run.Lace up your shoes and get ready for race day with Canada’s 2019 Athlete of the Year, Andre De Grasse!Find out what it was like for him as an underdog, and how he motivates himself to face every challenge, in this inspiring celebration of sport.Filled with full-colour photos and illustrations, this book covers themes of reflection, mindfulness and gratitude sure to motivate all kinds of readers.Available copies:
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