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1) Snocross
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title focuses on the snocross sport and gives information related to their types, gear, history, and competitions. The title is complete with beautiful and colorful photographs, simple text, and a database for added activities.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Snowboarders, Motocross riders, Surfers, BMX riders, Skateboarders, and others take the lesser known sports and pull off some very technical and extreme feats to achieve excellence. Who are they?
4) BASE jumping
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2013
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the sport of B.A.S.E. jumping, covering its history, equipment, the dangers, locations for jumping, and more.
Series
Publisher
In association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2015
Edition
1st ed.
Language
English
Description
"When asked to define what makes a sport extreme, one practitioner--a rock climber in the countryside and a skateboarder in the city--replied, 'It's a sport where you may well hurt yourself, or worse.' Readers of this compelling book will learn all about these alternative, edgy sports and what it takes to parachute from an airplane, zip-line through the air, or brave the possibility of a flash flood by venturing into a canyon. Or, readers may simply...
7) Parkour
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Toot wants to fly like a bird, so he persuades Puddle to join him for skydiving lessons. "You only have to watch, Puddle," he says. They learn to jump as if they were jumping from a plane. They practice on a trampoline. When the big day comes, Puddle looks on as Toot's plane takes off. With a little encouragement from his instructor, Toot is soon soaring through the air. And Puddle is on the ground, ready to remind him to bend his knees upon impact....
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Formats
Description
Fourteen-year-old Brady and his cousin Quinn love extreme sports, but nothing could prepare them for the aftermath of Brady's close encounter with a meteorite after it crashes into his Black Hills, South Dakota, bedroom.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"'American Ninja Warrior' is the name of a television show on which athletes compete to complete difficult obstacle courses. Colloquially, 'Ninja Warrior' refers to this type of obstacle course challenge depicted on the show, built to test strength, agility, balance, and endurance. This exhilarating book brings readers into the action, explaining what Ninja Warrior is, depicting its coolest maneuvers, and profiling its biggest stars. Most important,...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
A New York Times Bestseller
A dramatic, inspiring memoir by legendary rock climber Tommy Caldwell, the first person to free climb the Dawn Wall of Yosemite’s El Capitan
“The rarest of adventure reads: it thrills with colorful details of courage and perseverance but it enriches readers with an absolutely captivating glimpse into how a simple yet unwavering resolve can turn adversity into reward.” —The...
A dramatic, inspiring memoir by legendary rock climber Tommy Caldwell, the first person to free climb the Dawn Wall of Yosemite’s El Capitan
“The rarest of adventure reads: it thrills with colorful details of courage and perseverance but it enriches readers with an absolutely captivating glimpse into how a simple yet unwavering resolve can turn adversity into reward.” —The...
Publisher
Cinedigm
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
NYC-based copy editor, Alex, is sent to Ridgeline Resort, an extreme sports outpost, to write a story for a travel writing competition. At first, she fails at everything - much to the chagrin of Cole, an extreme sports enthusiast who thinks this city girl should head back to New York. But when Alex offers to assist Cole with his local arts festival, he reluctantly obliges to be her guide as she faces her fears doing one extreme sport after the next....
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Trampoline is often seen as a leisurely backyard activity but it is also known an extreme sport. This lively book covers the basics of extreme trampoline and how the technology has advanced over time. It delves into trampoline world records, the importance of safety, and trampoline lingo. Readers will also read about elite trampolinists defying gravity and executing fantastic maneuvers over 30 feet--the length of a school bus--in the air. This captivating...
16) Point break
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
Widescreen version.
Language
English
Description
A young FBI agent, Johnny Utah, infiltrates a cunning team of thrill-seeking elite athletes, led by the charismatic Bodhi. The athletes are suspected of carrying out a spate of crimes in extremely unusual ways. Deep undercover, and with his life in imminent danger, Utah strives to prove they are the architects of this string of inconceivable crimes.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First Edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rock climbing tends to appeal to those who are interested alternative sports. The sport is often practiced alone, or with a small team, giving climbers a sense of being one with the mountain. This exciting introduction to the world of rock climbing will draw readers in with descriptions of amazing feats of scaling the most challenging peaks. Readers will learn how to develop the physical and mental skills needed to get involved in the sport in a safe...
18) Steer wrestling
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to steer wrestling, covering its history, how it is performed and scored, and more.
Author
Publisher
Tantor Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2020
Edition
Unabridged
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 12
Language
English
Description
Presents the story of Jordan Romero, who at the age of thirteen became the youngest person ever to reach the peak of Mount Everest and by the age of fifteen had reached the summits of the world's seven highest mountains.
20) Motocross Racing
Author
Series
Publisher
Kaleidocope Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
This series introduces readers to six major action sports, covering exciting moments, top competitors, and the history of each sport. Each title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
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