"Baseball is not only "America's pastime," it's also a game that's enjoyed by people of all ages around the world. Invented in the mid-1800s, baseball has a long, rich history. The focus of this guide is to teach readers the basics of baseball while reinforcing the concept of teamwork. Readers are encouraged to try this team sport, and the text suggests several ways for them to take part in the game. Color photographs of kids playing baseball are...

When his older brother gets his picture in the paper for scoring three goals in a soccer game, Stookie tries to emulate his feat.

"G'day mate! The team is back, and they're racing against the best of the best in the land of kangaroos, koalas, and creeping snakes. But when an old opponent appears, Sage fears it could ruin their chances. They need to be on their game if they want to win the battle of the Outback. Will the team go down in the race down under?"-- Page [4] of cover.

Still living large off their incredible football championship win just weeks before, Ben McBain and his crew must now prepare for basketball season. Ben is known as the best point guard throughout the league. And now that Shawn O'Brien has joined their team, they are a shoo-in to win it all. But there is a new kid in town, Chase Braggs, a point guard like Ben who seems to be better, stronger, and faster. Refusing to let his team down, Ben hits the...

Henry is not sure his doubles partner in tennis is competent enough to win the tournament, or that his history partner can help get an A on their project.

Carson must decide whether or not to forgive star basketball player Daniel for making fun of him after their spat affects the whole team.

When the coach's son, Shawn O'Brien, is chosen to play quarterback, eleven-year-old Ben McBain is not surprised--but when he tries to be a good teammate and help the inconsistent Shawn, he is startled to learn that his new friend does not really want the position.

Eleven-year-old Garry, embarrassed when his unathletic brother joins his lacrosse team, faces a bigger problem when the team bully turns on both of them.

"On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love"--

Eleven-year-old Garry, embarrassed when his unathletic brother joins his lacrosse team, faces a bigger problem when the team bully turns on both of them.