Download or read book A Very Young Gymnast written by and published by Yearling. This book was released on 1986 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully photographed, expertly produced study of a young athlete.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Elizabeth Morgan and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In order to execute amazing tumbling passes and stick the perfect landing, gymnasts need proper training and a lot of practice. They also need to understand the science behind what they’re doing on the mat and in the air. Readers are introduced to the areas of STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—that help gymnasts perform at their best, including the ways engineers have created safer equipment and the ways technology is being used to reduce injury. Eye-catching fact boxes, detailed sidebars, and full-color photographs provide readers with an inside look at the science behind this popular sport.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Karen Price and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2023-08-01 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gymnastics offers readers an exciting look into the world of gymnastics. The text introduces readers to gymnastics apparatuses, safety, and top gymnastics events. Alongside detailed infographics and photos, readers will learn about iconic gymnasts and teams. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Early Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book I Am a Gymnast written by and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 75 color and black-and-white photos, and published just in time for the summer 2000 Olympics," I Am a Gymnast portrays the excitement and dedication of a very young athlete with a dream. Girls and gymnastics fans of all ages will be thrilled to follow 8-year-old McKenzie Foster as she trains with international champion and coach Wendy Hilliard; performs at Rockefeller Center; is interviewed on live TV; and meets her idols, famed Olympic coach Bela Karolyi and Olympic gold medalists Shannon Miller and Dominique Dawes.
Download or read book Gymnastics Competitions written by Jen Jones and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2007 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A guide for children and pre-teens on competitive gymnastics scoring and skills needed to excel in competitive gymnastics"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Gymnastics written by Alex Monnig and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title introduces readers to some of the most exciting moments in gymnastics history, such as Olga Korbut's Korbut Flip, Nadia Comaneci's perfect 10, and Simone Biles's Yurchenko double pike vault. Large, dynamic photos illustrate easy-to-read text, Xtreme Facts give additional information, and an Xtreme Challenge quiz shows what readers have learned. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Gymnastics Superstars written by Janie Scheffer and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Simone Biles to Larisa Latynina, gymnasts have been among the greatest athletes in the world. Irresistible photographs and text perfect for striving readers introduce these athletes. Readers will discover which gymnasts were undefeated winners, past and present record holders, and what it takes to be a gymnastics superstar.
Download or read book My Book of Gymnastics written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2020-05-07 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians. Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel. With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.
Download or read book Gymnastics Events written by Margaret J. Goldstein and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gymnasts compete in many thrilling events that push their bodies to their limits. Each event takes specialized training and practice. From the balance beam to the high bar, readers will learn about the past and present events in professional gymnastics.
Download or read book Total Gymnastics written by Blythe Lawrence and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title explores everything a young reader would want to know about gymnastics, from today's gold-medal heroes to all-time legends. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
Download or read book Gymnastics for Fun written by Beth Gruber and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2003 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the sport of gymnastics and presents information on the basic equipment, practice, coaching, and competition.
Download or read book Behind the Scenes Gymnastics written by Blythe Lawrence and published by Inside the Sport (Lerner (Tm). This book was released on 2019-08 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn what it takes to become a professional gymnast! Readers will get a fascinating insider look at the life of a gymnast, from preparing for competition to events outside the gym.
Download or read book Trailblazing Women in Gymnastics written by Blythe Lawrence and published by Norwood House Press. This book was released on 2022-08-15 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the years, many women have made contributions to gymnastics. Nadia Comăneci stunned the world at the 1976 Olympics and many talented athletes soon followed, including Svetlana Khorkina, Gabrielle Douglas, Simone Biles, and Sunisa Lee. Read this book to learn more about each woman’s struggles and successes, and find out what makes them trailblazers. Includes sidebars, fun facts, glossary, websites, and bibliography for further reading.
Download or read book Girls Gymnastics written by Brendan Flynn and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2021-12-15 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title highlights five important gymnastics skills and five top female athletes who have perfected those skills. Tips for improving each skill are perfect for young athletes looking to improve their performance. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a diagram, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Little Girls in Pretty Boxes written by Joan Ryan and published by Doubleday. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sports reporter investigates the training of girls as professional gymnasts and figure skaters, arguing that the pressure to succeed and to look beautiful results in mental and physical harm, from eating disorders to psychological trauma.
Download or read book History of Gymnastics written by Margaret J. Goldstein and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of gymnastics dates back thousands of years. Today it's one of the most popular sports worldwide with international competitions like the Summer Olympics to showcase the best athletes. In this engaging title, readers will discover how the sport has evolved and changed in recent years and see what the future of men's and women's gymnastics has in store.
Download or read book Epic Gymnastics Moments written by Margaret J. Goldstein and published by Lerner Publications TM. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since its beginning, gymnastics has been full of epic moments! Learn about the key gymnasts, teams, and events from around the world that have made for incredible stories in men's and women's gymnastics.
