"Softball is exciting to watch, but it's even more fun to play! Kids can take the field by learning the rules of the sport, the equipment and skills needed to play, and the importance of good sportsmanship. A simple activity helps kids strengthen a basic softball skill"--

"Did you know that historians now believe that baseball developed from a game called rounders that children in England played in the 1700s? Many fun facts about baseball are included in this informative book, covering everything from the rules of the game to the history of the major leagues. Readers will be inspired to use their newfound knowledge to get out and play, whether by joining an organization such as Little League or by striking up a casual...

Sports legends and stories are made on the court. The 1995-96 Chicago Bulls showed their dominance by winning an impressive 72 games in one season. Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in a single game. Bill Russell won 11 titles for the Boston Celtics. Basketball: Great Moments, Records, and Facts show the people and events that make the sport great! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO....

What's your favorite sport? In My Favorite Sport: Baseball students will learn all about America's pastime. Each My Favorite Sport book includes engaging nonfiction text about the game, the field, the rules, the scoring, the equipment, and the skills needed to play the game. Sample Text: The batter steps up to the plate. The pitcher winds up. Crack! The ball is hit and the batter starts running. I love to play baseball!

"What's it like to be a baseball player? From youth leagues to the minors to Major League Baseball, readers will learn how athletes prepare for games and participate in special events off the field"--