This book begins with the origin of the Olympic games in Greece and moves on to the many memorable moments in Olympic track and field events. Highlighted are the Olympic track and field greats: Babe Didrikson, Jesse Owens, Wilma Rudolph, and Bob Beamon.

Wrestling was part of the ancient Olympics in Greece and has been one of the most popular Olympic sports since the first modern Olympics in 1896. Women's wrestling first appeared in the 2004 Olympics.

This volume in the Behind the Wheel series lets young readers experience life in the fast lane as it chronicles the life story of Dale Earnhardt Jr.

This biography of Jeff Gordon reveals how he became a racing superstar in the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR), from his early years racing midget cars to his Winston Cup championship. Included are exciting details of Gordon's races, the high and low points of his career, and how he came to represent a new generation of NASCAR racers that took stock car racing to a whole new generation of fans.

This title shines the spotlight on stock car superstar Jimmie Johnson, chronicling his early years as a motocross champ through his professional career on the racing circuit. Not only does this thrilling title celebrate Johnson's many achievements, it also shows why stock car racing has become the second most popular spectator sport in the United States.

From winning the 2004 Nextel Cup to being one of only sixteen drivers with a win in all three of NASCAR's top divisions, Kurt Busch is one of racing scene's new breed of drivers.

This book is an engaging biography of Ryan Newman, one of NASCAR's hottest stars. It covers Newman's racing career, beginning with his first races in the Automobile Racing Club of America to his current NASCAR status.

This title takes readers on a shotgun ride alongside racing champion Tony Stewart, providing in-depth details and coverage of his career from his humble Indiana beginnings to his current celebrity status.

This book introduces baseball as it is played in the United States, where it is known as the national pastime. It is a resource for players who are just starting out, offering sections on baseball history, the basic rules of the game, safety issues, and the skills needed for both batting and playing the field.

Many believe that basketball will soon rival soccer in worldwide popularity. In the United States, where basketball was invented, the sport is more popular than ever. For boys and girls interested in playing, this title is a great resource. Newer players will learn about the history of the sport, its basic rules, and game strategy.

As summer turns to fall across the United States, thousands of football players at the professional, college, high school, and youth league levels gear up for the season. This book is a great resource for both new and experienced players.

Paintball was invented in North America in the early 1980s as a game for testing individual survival skills in the woods. Since then, it has evolved into a high-tech team game played on a football or soccer field dotted with inflatable obstacles.