Do you like fast trucks and loud engines? How about buckets of mud flying in all directions? If yes, then mud truck racing is for you! Big trucks tear through mud bogs on their way to glory. Bog racing is not for the faint of heart or for people who like to stay clean. The mess and thrill of mud truck races will make you glad to get dirty. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, organizations, technology, and the important drivers connected to mud truck racing. You'll learn: • How much water, sand, and dirt are used to make mud bogs. • Which driver finished a 200-foot (61-meter) mud race in just 2.110 seconds. • How drivers have upgraded engines and fuel to give trucks more horsepower. • How mud truck racing started and who the best drivers are. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Mud Truck Racing: Tearing It Up (Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone)

Children's Books

Howell, Brian

Science, Nature & How It Works

Lerner Publications ™

Do you know what it's like to drive a truck that is as big as an elephant? Despite their giant size, monster trucks can pull off soaring jumps, flips, and other epic stunts. These trucks compete head-to-head to reveal the fastest and the most agile of them all. Events such as the Monster Jam World Finals keep the crowds on the edges of their seats. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, mechanics, rules, and the trailblazing drivers connected to monster trucks. You'll learn: • How race organizers create a track with plastic, plywood, and lots of dirt. • What gear and strategies drivers use to protect themselves. • Who pulled off some of the wildest moves in monster truck history. • What it's like to crush a row of cars beneath a monster truck's enormous tires. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Monster Trucks: Tearing It Up (Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone)

"Have you seen a rally car race before? The vehicles may look like cars you see on the street, but rally cars have been modified for incredible endurance, strength, and speed. They race on courses made of dirt, sand, and even ice! Rallying brings together the best car manufacturers, drivers, and mechanics to put their cars to the test. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, courses, competition rules, and the celebrity drivers connected to rally car racing. You'll learn: • Who the most successful rally car racer in history is. • How a rally car is built to last through a tough 1,000-mile (1,609-kilometer) race. • What equipment and rules ensure the safety of the racers and fans. • Why rally car races are the ultimate test of a driver's skill and stamina. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!"

Rally Car Racing: Tearing It Up (Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone)

Have you ever seen a car crash? How about dozens of car crashes all at the same time? At demolition derbies, you'll see drivers ram their cars into one another until only one car remains moving. Crowds roar and cheer as hoods and doors and other car parts fly through the air. Enter the Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, rules, strategies, and the top drivers connected to demolition derby. You'll learn: • What makes a great demolition derby vehicle. • How drivers look for hits and avoid getting smashed by other cars. • Who popularized the sport in the United States. • Where the biggest derby took place. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Demolition Derby: Tearing It Up (Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone)

Being a professional baseball player is no walk in the park―it's a physically and mentally demanding job. When you're on the field, millions of people are expecting you to record base hits as a batter or strikeouts as a pitcher. And the work continues beyond game time; you need to practice, work out, and scout your competition. Aches and pains are a given. And on top of everything else, you must perform amidst constant travel, media attention, and high expectations. Baseball has been America's pastime for more than a century. And for those who uphold the tradition in the major leagues today, there's nothing else like it. This book, which was reviewed by 12-year Major League Baseball (MLB) veteran and World Series champion Gabe Kapler, offers an authentic look at what life is like as a pro baseball player. You'll learn: • What kinds of skills it takes to play in the major leagues • What daily life is like for an MLB player • How MLB players prevent and treat injuries Go behind the scenes and see what it's really like to be an MLB star!

Playing Pro Baseball (Playing Pro Sports)

Education & Reference

Lebron James Vs. Michael Jordan (Versus)

"This title compares classic star Michael Jordan and contemporary champion LeBron James. From scoring and rebounding to defense and leadership, chapters explore and compare each player's skills on the court. The title also features end-of-chapter fact boxes for side-by-side player comparison, as well as a glossary. It will be up to the reader to decide who is the all-time basketball hero."--Publisher's marketing.

Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan (Versus)

Biographies

Sportszone

Pulling from 42 years of Broncos history, this directory offers dedicated information to fans of Denver’s beloved team. Thanks to the arrival of Peyton Manning, the Broncos are definitely more visible than ever, but it is the real fans that know who scored the first touchdown in franchise history, can name all the members of the team’s Ring of Fame, and can even share where to grab a bite in Denver before the game. It is the ultimate resource guide that contains every essential piece of Broncos knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities. All these gems are presented in an easy-to-follow checklist that is ranked from 1 to 100, making it a must-have for any Broncos fan, new or old.

100 Things Broncos Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die (100 Things...Fans Should Know)

Sports & Outdoors

Football (American)

Triumph Books

Presents records of amazing players, teams, and games in the sport of baseball, including a short history of the game.

Amazing Baseball Records (Amazing Sports Records)

Childs World Inc

Provides an overview of the history of the Denver Broncos football team, highlighting popular players, influential coaches, winning and losing seasons, and key moments that shaped the team and the NFL.

Denver Broncos (Inside the NFL)

All Sports

Provides information on the New Orleans Saints football team, including its formation in 1967, its most memorable players, and the 2009 Super Bowl championship.

New Orleans Saints (Inside the NFL)

Abdo Group

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