This title offers readers an exciting introduction to college football. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text will lead readers as they discover the hard work required from every college athlete. Features include a table of contents, two infographics, fun facts, a sidebar, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

A little known civil rights hero and college football MVP finally gets a voice in this fictional account detailing Chester Pierce's game-changing play as he became the first black college football player to compete south of the Mason-Dixon Line. In 1947, no African American player can play at a southern school; in return, the opposing team benches a player of "equal talent." This historical fiction picture book frames a turbulent time in the civil...

The annual battle between the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes is widely considered to be the greatest college football rivalry in existence. Ranked by ESPN in 2000 as the greatest North American sports rivalry, it is known by many as simply "The Game." The entire college football world pays attention when these two teams square off. The fierce Michigan vs. Ohio State rivalry originated in 1897, and since then the two teams have played...

Features a biography of the thirty-second president of the United States including his early years, education at Harvard University and Columbia University Law School, his early career as a lawyer, and key events from President Roosevelt's administration.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Right out of college, Abby Wambach shot to fame in the United States soccer scene. In 2002, she was picked second in the Women's United Soccer Association draft by the Washington Freedom. She also became a leading scorer on the US Women's National Team. After winning the 2012 FIFA Women's World Player of the Year award and two Olympic gold...

Simple text and illustrations introduce the life and work of Jackson Pollock.

The Boxcar children investigate the disappearance of a student's research paper from an observatory and the subsequent disappearance of another student.

From birth to football games to college graduation to fatherhood, a mother reminds her son that life is filled with possibilities and that God has a plan for him---whatever he grows up to be. Bible verses are interspersed throughout the text.

An unexpected rain shower causes quarreling among the members of a small community.

Dak Prescott always worked hard. Although his family did not have much money, his mother taught him to keep trying and reach for his dreams. Dak's biggest dream was to play for the Dallas Cowboys. All through high school and college, Dak worked to make his dream come true. When he finally got the chance, Dak faced many challenges before he could rise to the top. Through it all, Dak showed that he is truly a champion!