Jeff Savage
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Examines the life and career of Peyton Manning, a quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, discussing his lifelong love for the game of football, his high school and college accomplishments, and his professional achievements.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
930L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Fans around the world know Real Madrid of Spain as one of the greatest and most successful soccer teams ever. Learn about Real Madrid's historic early years and the championship moments that made the team famous in this thrilling title! Discover more through photos of the action and engaging storylines with famous and beloved athletes.
3) David Ortiz
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When the Boston Red Sox need a big hit, they look to David Ortiz. One of Major League Baseball's best clutch hitters, David helped lead the Red Sox to their first World Series championship in 86 years. But David's career hasn't always been so successful. He spent years struggling with injuries before finally getting a chance to be a big-time player.
6) Drew Brees
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A brief introduction to the life and football career of Drew Brees, describing his childhood in Texas, his accomplishments with the San Diego Chargers and the New Orleans Saints, his efforts to help his team win Super Bowl XLIV, and related topics.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Many people believed NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers would quickly become a star when he joined the Green Bay Packers in 2005. But as the backup to Brett Favre, Aaron didn't get to play much during his first three seasons. When Aaron took over as starting quarterback in 2008, he showed that he belonged on the field. Aaron led his team to the...
8) Dwyane Wade
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this book you will learn more about the amazing athlete Dwyane Wade, the Miami Heat basketball guard.
10) Danica Patrick
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
650L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Highlights the life and racing career of the first woman to hold the lead in the Indianapolis 500.
11) Eli Manning
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Eli Manning joined the NFL after being chosen with the first pick in the 2004 draft, many people compared him to his older brother Peyton. After Eli led his New York Giants to victory in the 2007-2008 Super Bowl, people stopped wondering if he was as good as his brother. When Eli was named Super Bowl MVP and the Giants won the big game again in 2011-2012, people began comparing him to football's all-time great quarterbacks.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Spain's Football Club (FC) Barcelona has been one of the world's most successful soccer teams for more than 100 years. Learn about the team's history, greatest victories, and the superstar players that make it happen in this thrilling title! Discover more through photos and engaging storylines with famous and beloved athletes.
14) David Beckham
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Soccer superstar David Beckham is one of the biggest celebrities in the world. Born in Great Britain, David was playing for England's top soccer team by the age of twenty. David moved to the United States in 2007 and joined the Los Angeles Galaxy. In 2011, David led the Galaxy to victory in the Major League Soccer (MLS) championship. Learn more about the life of one of sports' biggest stars.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Key facts and fun details about the game of hockey come alive through infographics. The "data art" provides opportunities for readers to visually take in information about the sport through charts, maps, and illustrations. The vibrant infographics on each spread appeal to struggling readers and offer a foothold on understanding information and statistics.
16) Ryan Howard
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A short look at the life of the baseball star.
17) Clay Matthews
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews has had incredible success in just a few years in the NFL. When he was named to the 2009-2010 Pro Bowl, he became the first Packers rookie since 1978 to be selected for the game. In 2010-2011, Clay led the Green Bay defense to victory in the Super Bowl over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
18) Michael Vick
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
690L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Describes the life and accomplishments of the fastest quarterback to ever play in the National Football League.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Key facts and fun details about the game of basketball come alive through infographics. The 'data art' provides opportunities for readers to visually take in information about the sport through charts, maps, and illustrations"--Amazon.com.
20) Tim Tebow
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Tim Tebow left the University of Florida in 2010, many people didn't think he would be good enough to play quarterback in the NFL. Tim had helped the Florida Gators become national champions in 2006 and 2008, and he won the Heisman Trophy in 2007 as college football's most outstanding player. But Tim was a better runner than a passer in college, and some experts thought his style would not work in the pros. He quickly proved the doubters wrong...