Author: Phil West Publisher: Abrams ISBN: 1468314130 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 253
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“A brisk and informative look at Major League Soccer’s first twenty years . . . West gives MLS fans a worthy chronicle.” (Booklist). In 1988, FIFA decreed that the 1994 World Cup would be played in the United States – with the condition that the U.S. would start a new professional league. The North American Soccer League had failed just four years prior, and the prospects of launching a new league for Americans, who didn’t share the rest of the world’s love for soccer, were both exciting and daunting. The United States of Soccer is the engaging history of Major League Soccer’s bootstrap origins prior to its 1996 launch, its near-demise in the early 2000s, and its surprising resilience and growth as it won recognition from soccer fans around the world. The book also explores the origin of MLS’s superfans who set the tone within MLS stadiums and defining what it is to be a North American soccer fan. Phil West chronicles those fans’ voices – intermingled with league officials, former players and coaches, journalists, and newspaper accounts – to detail MLS’s remarkable journey.
Author: Bryson Best Publisher: ISBN: 9781736576106 Category : Languages : en Pages :
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Bryson and Brayden love playing football with their dad. It's one of their favorite things to do. Whether they win or lose, the memories are what matter most. Enjoy this fun story that captures the excitement of a simple game of backyard football. Nature is a magical thing. Being outdoors is beneficial for the body and mind. So get up, get out, get active and, most importantly, have FUN!
Author: Aviaq Johnston Publisher: ISBN: 9781772273250 Category : Languages : en Pages : 36
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Nalvana feels like all of her friends have some type of superpower. But when her mom shows Nalvana that she is unique and special, she realizes that her superpower was right in front of her all along.
Author: Shawn Peters Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 0063047691 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 226
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Packed with superheroes, supervillains, and epic showdowns between good and evil, The Unforgettable Logan Foster from debut author Shawn Peters shows that sometimes being a hero is just about being yourself. Logan Foster has pretty much given up on the idea of ever being adopted. It could have something to with his awkward manner, his photographic memory, or his affection for reciting curious facts, but whatever the cause, Logan and his “PP’s” (prospective parents) have never clicked. Then everything changes when Gil and Margie arrive. Although they aren’t exactly perfect themselves—Gil has the punniest sense of humor and Margie’s cooking would have anyone running for the hills—they genuinely seem to care. But it doesn’t take Logan long to notice some very odd things about them. They are out at all hours, they never seem to eat, and there’s a part of the house that is protected by some pretty elaborate security. No matter what Logan could have imagined, nothing prepared him for the truth: His PP’s are actually superheroes, and they’re being hunted down by dastardly forces. Logan’s found himself caught in the middle in a massive battle and the very fate of the world may hang in the balance. Will Logan be able to find a way to save the day and his new family? 2024 Illinois Bluestem Reader's Choice Award Nominee
Author: Joanna Elm Publisher: CamCat Publishing, LLC ISBN: 0744304814 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 375
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Some killers are born. Others are made. As a rookie tabloid reporter, Jenna Sinclair made a tragic mistake when she outed Denny Dennison, the illegitimate son of an executed serial killer. So she hid behind her marriage and motherhood. Now, decades later, betrayed by her husband and resented by her teenage daughter, Jenna decides to resurrect her career—and returns to the city she loves. When her former lover is brutally assaulted outside Jenna’s NYC apartment building, Jenna suspects that Denny has inherited his father’s psychopath gene and is out for revenge. She knows she must track him down before he can harm his next target, her daughter. Meanwhile, her estranged husband, Zack, fears that her investigative reporting skills will unearth his own devastating secret he’d kept buried in the past. From New York City to the remote North Fork of Long Island and the murky waters surrounding it, Jenna rushes to uncover the terrible truth about a psychopath and realizes her own investigation may save or destroy her family.
Author: April Pulley Sayre Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1481479857 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 44
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Discover the magic—and the science—behind fall leaves with this companion to the celebrated Raindrops Roll and Best in Snow. With gorgeous photo illustrations, award-winning author April Pulley Sayre explores the transformation trees undergo in fall. The book takes readers through the leaves’ initial change from green to red, yellow, and orange, the shedding of the leaves, and the leaves crumbling as winter approaches. Extensive back matter explains the science behind this process to the youngest of budding scientists.
Author: Stephen Curry Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0593522206 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 21
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Four-time NBA champion and superstar Stephen Curry makes a splash with his picture book debut inspiring young readers to unlock their very own superpower. "A positive boost from a strong role model." —Kirkus "With accessible advice honoring commitment to craft and fortitude, this is a sporty and strong addition to growth-mindset and social-emotional-learning conversations." —Booklist Stephen Curry’s journey to the NBA wasn’t easy. Coaches and recruiters repeatedly told him he was too small to make it in the big leagues. But Stephen used their doubts to shape his ever-positive attitude and fuel his own underdog success story. Now, Curry pens an original story to inspire the next generation of go-getters and big dreamers. I Have a Superpower is the empowering story that teaches kids you don't have to be the strongest, fastest, or even tallest kid out on the court. So long as you have heart, any goal is achievable through hard work and determination—even without a cape!
Author: Alicia Ortego Publisher: ISBN: 9781735974149 Category : Languages : en Pages : 44
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Do you want to teach your children how to be grateful for the things they already have? Little Betsy will learn that happiness is made up of simple things in life, both small and big. With the help of the magic stone, she will begin to feel gratitude for her parents, friends, and toys. But what happens when little Betsy forgets to use the magic of her stone? She will realize that the power of gratitude is hidden in her heart. "Gratitude is my superpower" will teach your little ones to appreciate the warmth of home, time spent playing with friends, and family relationships. This book will help your kids in many ways: they will focus on the blessings they receive every day, they will begin to appreciate what others do for them, they will feel true happiness when they realize that they have everything they need. Practice Daily Gratitude Also included Gratitude Journal to improve happiness and gain a new appreciation for your life and life or your children. --- "Gratitude's in all of us and all we have to do, is stop and think how thankful we are, instead of feeling blue!" --- From the bestselling author of Kindness is my Superpower This lovely story is filled with charming illustrations and touching rhymes. With this book, you will spend perfect moments with your child. "Gratitude is my superpower" is suitable for kids, their parents, and those who work with children. Get your copy now!
Author: David Solomons Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0698192435 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 290
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When Luke's annoying older brother became a superhero instead of him, Luke thought he couldn't get any more disgruntled-- until his friend Lara became a superhero, too. Now Luke's feeling totally left out; even his best friend gets mad at him when Luke's attempts at crime-solving without superpowers go terribly awry. So when Luke discovers an alien plot to overthrow the world, he's got nobody to turn to who'll listen...nobody but his sworn enemy. In this hilarious sequel to My Brother is a Superhero, Luke will have to put on his big-boy Daredevil underpants and find out what heroes and villains are truly made of.
Author: Jayneen Sanders Publisher: Educate2Empower Publishing ISBN: 9781925089462 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 42
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An interactive book that provides simple tasks to help kids develop resilience, persistence, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-esteem. Help the kids in your care discover not only their new superpowers, but an ability to give new challenges a go and to keep on trying! Included: Discussion Questions and extra ideas to boost kids' confidence.
Author: Phil West
Author: Bryson Best
Author: Aviaq Johnston
Author: Shawn Peters
Author: Joanna Elm
Author: April Pulley Sayre
Author: Stephen Curry
Author: Alicia Ortego
Author: David Solomons
Author: Jayneen Sanders