Craig Ellenport

The forward streaks toward the goal, his skates biting into the ice as he drives forward. They pull back their stick and whip it forward. Wham! The hockey puck zooms along the ice. From skating like a pro to mastering the perfect shot, hockey takes skill, practice, and a little bit of STEM. Explore the science, technology, engineering, and math behind the game of hockey. Sports and STEM? Score! Glossary of key words Index Table of contents She shoots....

Ever wonder what the original name of the Chicago Bears was? Through narrative nonfiction, timelines, and Fun Facts, readers will engage with the history and superstars of the Chicago Bears team never before.

"Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Ohio State Buckeyes one of the most popular teams in college football. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, information about the author,...

Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Twenty-First Century Athletes, readers get a chance to check out today's most amazing stars--from football, baseball, tennis, basketball, and more--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features athletes who have made their mark since 2000. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions,...

Though short and sweet, 140-character Twitter posts, or tweets, have become standard parts of world communication, from the Oval Office on down. Inside, read how this amazing company began and how it grew rapidly while creating an all-new way for people, including celebrities, athletes, politicians, and more, to speak to the world. Social media companies have changed the way that people in every generation communicate. This series focuses on the technology...

A very simple introduction to the sport of handball, the basic rules, the equipment used, and how it is played. Additional features to aid comprehension include fun facts, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author. Not all sports are played on grassy suburban fields. Our Neighborhood Sports series introduces readers to some of today's fast-paced sports. Simple descriptions of...

What started 50 years ago as a way to prove which of two pro leagues was the best has become the biggest single-day sporting event in the world. The Super Bowl celebrated its golden anniversary in 2016 assured of being the biggest, most-watched, most-anticipated event on every years sports calendars. The action on the field is just the tip of the iceberg for this business and entertainment powerhouse. Inside, a longtime football journalist takes a...

Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Auburn Tigers one of the most popular teams in college football. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, information about the author, and...

Odell Beckham Jr. is a superstar football player. So how did this incredible wide receiver rise to the top? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Odell's early life and his many achievements.