With more than 4 million Chinese baby girls in orphanages, the number of Americans adopting these orphans is steadily increasing, and this resource for people interested in doing so outlines what to do, where to go, who to see, and how much it costs. Simplifying important information about procedures, forms, and agencies, the guide is also the personal story of one middle-aged couple’s quest to become parents—as well as why and how they made the decision and what went on before, during, and after their trip to China.

Adopting in China: A Practical Guide/An Emotional Journey

Parenting & Relationships

Werner, Doug

Wheeler PhD, Kathleen

Adoption

Tracks Publishing

This beginner’s sailing instructional guide covers both monohull and catamaran sailing with an emphasis on basic technique, safety, and fun. Skipping complicated sailing jargon that can stymie most novices, this book goes straight to the very basic questions, such as How do I leave the dock? and Where are the brakes? Technique and simple theory are illustrated in plain detail, including the basic physics behind sailing in all four directions.

Sailor's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Sailing (Start-Up Sports series)

Sports & Outdoors

Water Sports

A boxer’s workout is a fantastic way to burn calories—it is engaging, exhilarating, and effective. Going beyond jumping rope and punching the heavy bag, this guide describes intermediate and advanced boxing skills that will help anyone improve their performance in the ring. This boxing workout will help develop body and character so that athletes can get into the best shape of their lives, build self-confidence, and be winners in and out of the ring.

Fighting Fit: Boxing Workouts, Techniques, and Sparring (Start-Up Sports, Number 12)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Lachica, Alan

Exercise & Fitness

Endorsed by the National In-Line Hockey Association and the International In-Line Skating Association, this guide is a complete introduction to in-line skating with an equal emphasis on safety and fun.

In-Line Skater's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to In-Line Skating and Roller Hockey (Start-Up Sports series)

Hockey

A fast and fun guide to learning one of America’s leading recreational pursuits. From choosing the right ball to the art of making strikes. Endorsed by Remo Picchietti, Bowling Hall of Famer.

Bowler's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Bowling (Start-Up Sports series)

Individual Sports

Design innovations and a new appreciation for the grace and poise of surfing a longer board has lifted the art of longboarding back into the limelight and more importantly, back into the minds of serious surfers who are looking to expand their wave riding experience. The first-half of this guide covers the basics of longboard equipment, wave selection, courtesy, and surfing technique through standing up. The second part gets into intermediate and advanced longboarding skills including: cross-stepping, trimming, turning, turning maneuvers, essential noseriding, and finally, some of the breathtaking tricks that the pros execute so flawlessly. The key points are brought home with a stripped down text and photos featuring some of the best longboard surfers on earth, including Ted Robinson, Colin McPhillips, Jeff Kramer and Mark Stewart.

Longboarder's Start-Up: A Guide to Longboard Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)

With a four-star endorsement from Golf Magazine, this book details the basics of club selection, using a correct grip, and formulating the right stance, posture, swing, and more.

Golfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Golf (Start-Up Sports series)

Golf

Learn fencing and get a great workout, improve hand–eye coordination, and just plain have fun. Endorsed by Veteran Fencers Quarterly.

Fencer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Fencing (Start-Up Sports series)

A user-friendly, highly illustrated, straightforward boxing guide that promotes fun, fitness, self-defense, and self-confidence. Endorsed by USA Boxing, national governing body for amateur boxing.

Boxer's Start-Up: A Beginner’s Guide to Boxing (Start-Up Sports series)

Aimed specifically at the novice outdoor adventurer, this comprehensive guide explains the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. Through informative, entertaining, and encouraging personal anecdotes, the guide emphasizes the physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature. Essential first aid and map-reading information is also included.

Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking (Start-Up Sports series)

Hiking & Camping

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