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Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.3 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
Chronicles Olympics history from the eighth century B.C. to the competitions of the twentieth century, with historical profiles of athletes and insights into how the games were shaped by international events.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn't officially begin until 1924. The event celebrates cold-weather sports, displaying the talents of skiers, ice skaters, hockey players, and, most recently, snowboarders. Like its summer counterpart, the Winter Games are dedicated to bringing together the world's top athletes to honor their talents and see who gets to stand on the medal...
Author
Series
Publisher
Wide Eyed Editions, an imprint of The Quarto Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Records smashed& incredible athletic feats& Medals won... The top 40 Olympic athletes of all time are here! In this fun, fact-packed book from the 40 Inspiring Icons series, learn how these athletic stars became the best in the world. Relive Usain Bolts astonishing record-breaking runs, learn about Charlotte Cooper, the first ever female Olympic champion, meet the most decorated Olympic athlete of all time, Michael Phelps, and see some of the most...
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