Download or read book The Frog Olympics written by Brian Moses and published by Wayland. This book was released on 2017-07-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laugh out loud with this wonderfully funny and charming picture book story about frogs coming together from around the world to particpate in and celebrate their 'Frog Olympics'. The rhyming text is brilliant to read out loud at home or in the classroom. Great for discussion starters about the Olympics and to talk about inclusion and how people, or frogs, of every size and ability can take part in the Olympics. Humorously illustrated by Amy Husband, the frogs will really leap off the page.
Download or read book Sakamoto s Swim Club written by Julie Abery and published by Kids Can Press Ltd. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lyrically told true story of the teacher who coached Hawaiian swimmers to Olympic glory. When the children of workers on a 1930s Maui sugar plantation were chased away from playing in the nearby irrigation ditches, local science teacher Soichi Sakamoto had an idea. He would take responsibility for the children and train them to swim. Using his science background, Sakamoto developed a strict practice regime for the kids, honing their skills and building their strength and endurance. They formed a team and began to dominate events, first nationally and then internationally — until they made it all the way to Olympic gold! Told in simple rhyme, Sakamoto’s story will inspire athletes, coaches — and everyone who believes impossible dreams can come true.
Download or read book Curious George and the Summer Games written by H A Rey and published by Clarion Books. This book was released on 2020 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George is curious about all the field day Summer Games, but what sporting event will he compete in? Every year, the town has a Summer Games field day, and George wants to join in on the fun, especially if the prize is a medal But what is the perfect Summer Games event for a little monkey? When George finds a sport that he loves and is a natural at, he must practice, practice, practice. With some teamwork and cheering on the contestants, George is ready to make this the best Summer Games
Download or read book Olympig written by Victoria Jamieson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-07-05 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times bestselling author of When Stars Are Scattered comes a Olympics-themed picture book that brings home the bacon. This hilarious story makes a great read-aloud for the 2021 Summer Games! Boomer the Pig has been training hard for the Animal Olympics, so when he loses his first race, he shrugs it off and cheerfully moves on. One event after another, Boomer keeps losing, and the frustration begins to get to him. But even after coming in last in every sport, there's no getting this Olympig down. It's just great practice for the Winter Games! This encouraging and funny story is for every kid who's ever been told "you can't win 'em all." "A humorous romp."—Publishers Weekly
Download or read book Animal Olympics written by CARRON BROWN and published by Ivy Kids. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to meet some of the most incredible Olympians in the world? These animal athletes are at the top of their game, and they’re ready to go for gold! This fascinating book for readers aged 5+ examines the incredible abilities of animals from all around the globe with a captivating and original conceit – in Animal Olympics, the creatures are competing, and the reader has a front row seat to the action. In each event, animals are awarded bronze, silver or gold for their skills. Events featured in the book include diving, wrestling, rock climbing and gymnastics. Readers will discover all kinds of astounding animals, from the bar-headed goose, which flies at heights of up to 6,300 metres, to the flic-flac spider, which cartwheels across the Moroccan desert. Fun vignettes show the animals in their heat, and are accompanied by absorbing, fact-packed captions. On your marks, get set, and off we go to the Animal Olympics!
Download or read book Hour of the Olympics written by Mary Pope Osborne and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-06-15 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! No girls allowed at the Olympic Games! That's the rule when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to ancient Greece. But when Annie tells jack to go to the games without her, he knows she's up to something. Will Annie find a way to see the games? Or will she get herself—and Jack—into Olympic-size trouble? Find out in Hour of the Olympics. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures
Download or read book Olympics written by Barbara G. Hennessy and published by Viking Juvenile. This book was released on 1996 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a simple overview of the history, preparations, training, and actual events that are part of the Olympic Games.
Download or read book The Frog Who Jumped Over the Moon written by Richard Mickelson and published by Tate Publishing & Enterprises. This book was released on 2014-06-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ""Do you see what I see, Two Buckets? There are thousands of frogs coming to watch me, Phineas T. Barrel III, make Olympic history today."" Phineas was the greatest athlete the creatures in the New York State Adirondack Forests had ever seen. He had won five Olympics in a row. Throughout the years, many frogs had won five Olympics but not one had ever won six. Two Buckets Turtle, Phineas's best friend and coach, would drive Phineas to greatness and perhaps a world title. Phineas wanted to be known as the greatest frog who ever lived. He had out-swam, out-jumped, out-harrumphed, and caught more bugs than any frog who had ever competed against him. In fact, no other frog had even come close. Phineas had a simple motto, ""No other frog will ever defeat me, ever!"" But his challengers had other ideas, even if it meant cheating to defeat him. Follow Phineas on his adventures to seek fame and glory as the best of the best. Would he be able to achieve what no other frog had done before? Would he find that special place to become, Phineas T. Barrel III, the greatest frog who ever lived?
Download or read book All About the Olympic Games written by Marisa Boan and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-05-10 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All About the Olympic Games is a great new book to get kids excited about the Olympic Games while learning about the customs and traditions of the Games!Learn about the history of the Olympic Games in this full-color book bursting with information to get kids ready to enjoy the Games.Historic photos and illustrations accompany brief, easy-to-read, engaging text. Perfect for kids! All About the Olympic Games includes information about: The First Olympic Games in Greece The start of the International Olympic Committee and the Modern Olympic Games Opening and Closing Ceremony traditions Olympic Flame and the torchbearer relay The true meaning of the Olympic Flag The Olympic Creed Lists of all Summer and Winter Games sports Bring the excitement of the Olympics home with the BONUS PAGES At Home Measurement Olympic Games. Kids can participate in a series of events at home while reinforcing their math skills. Kids get 6 event cards using simple household items to try events like Long Jump, Javelin Throw, and Shotput. Easy fun at home while practicing estimation and measurement. Includes medal coloring pages so kids can award medals after competing in the at-home the events!
Download or read book If Frogs Could Talk written by Carole Tobey and published by . This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grace believes it's possible for animals to talk to her and she hopes a cute, fuzzy, warm animal will be her friend. And one does! But it's a frog! How does she explain to her family and friends that she goes to the woods each day to meet with a frog, and that he talks to her? And why did he choose her to talk to? Grace discovers the answers to her questions during a summer she will never forget!
Download or read book Duke s Olympic Feet written by Ellie Crowe and published by . This book was released on 2002-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides biography of Duke Kahanamoku, world record swimmer, who was instrumental in popularizing surfing.
Download or read book Finklehopper Frog written by Irene Livingston and published by Tricycle Press. This book was released on 2008-03 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finkelhopper Frog's jogging style and wild jogging suit meet with criticism until he runs into Ruby Rabbit.
Download or read book Walking with My Iguana written by Brian Moses and published by Troika. This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Walking with My Iguana' has been the most listened to poem on the Poetry Archive and is rarely out of the top 5 selections. There are videos of performances on YouTube from all over the world illustrating its international appeal.
Download or read book Touch the Sky written by Ann Malaspina and published by Albert Whitman & Company. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CCBC Choices 2013 2014-2015 Children's Crown Award 2013-2014 Macy's Multicultural Collection of Children's Literature 2015 Louisiana Readers' Choice Master List A 2013 CBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2013 Amelia Bloomer list 2013 IRA-CBC Children's Choices Best Children's Books of the Year 2013, Bank Street College Tells how Alice Coachman, born poor in Georgia, became the first African American woman to win a gold medal at the Olympics. Bare feet shouldn't fly. Long legs shouldn't spin. Braids shouldn't flap in the wind. 'Sit on the porch and be a lady,' Papa scolded Alice. In Alice's Georgia hometown, there was no track where an African-American girl could practice, so she made her own crossbar with sticks and rags. With the support of her coach, friends, and community, Alice started to win medals. Her dream to compete at the Olympics came true in 1948. This is an inspiring free-verse story of the first African-American woman to win an Olympic gold medal. Photos of Alice Coachman are also included.
Download or read book Ancient Greece and the Olympics written by Mary Pope Osborne and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annie and Jack present information about ancient Greece and the athletic events known as the Olympic games that were held there. Annotation. What was it like to live in ancient Greece? What gods and goddesses did Greeks believe in? How did the Olympics start? What was the winner's prize? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this Magic Tree House Research Guide. Includes fun facts from Jack and Annie, fantastic photos and illustrations, and a guide to doing further research!
Download or read book Ready Steady Mo written by Mo Farah and published by Hachette Children's. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Olympic gold medal winner Mo Farah and bestselling author of Oi Frog!, Kes Gray, comes a fun and action-packed picture book that will get kids reading, and running too! So, what are you waiting for? Warm up, do the MOBOT, and then ... Run on the pavement Run on the grass Run in the playground Perhaps not in class! Follow Mo on his madcap adventures as his running skills go from strength to strength. The perfect book to share and read aloud. With vibrant illustrations and a rhyming text. The nation watched with bated breath as Mo Farah seized Olympic gold in the 10,000m and 5000m - he's been a national treasure ever since. In this adventurous picture book father of three, Mo Farah, combines two lifelong passions - literacy and exercise. Children's books by Mo Farah: Ready Steady Mo!, Go Mo Go: Monster Mountain Chase!, Go Mo Go: Dinosaur Dash!, Go Mo Go: Seaside Sprint!
Download or read book The Frog who Dreamed She was an Opera Singer written by Jackie Kay and published by Bloomsbury Pub Limited. This book was released on 1998 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of poems features the dreaming frog, Mr. and Mrs. Lilac, the Sulk Pod, and Jimmy Mush.
