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Awesome Athletes *2014

Awesome Athletes introduces readers to the greatest stars in sports. Each book in this series tells the inspiring story of one athlete's journey from childhood dreams to trophy-raising success. Scores and stats, career highlights, and record-breaking accomplishments are just part of the story. Readers will also learn about the difference each athlete makes beyond the playing fields. Jam-packed with career highlights, high-impact photographs, and more, this series is a can't miss for young sports fans. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

  • Cover: Aaron Rodgers

    This title introduces readers to Aaron Rodgers, the National Football League's Super Bowl-winning quarterback. Rogers's life story is examined from his childhood in California, to his years… More →

  • Cover: Clay Matthews

    This title introduces readers to Clay Matthews, the National Football League's Super Bowl-winning outside linebacker. Matthews's life story is examined from his childhood in California, to… More →

  • Cover: Gabby Douglas

    This title introduces readers to Gabby Douglas, the gold-medal winning Olympic gymnast. Douglas's life story is examined from her childhood in Virginia, to her years competing in the USA… More →

  • Cover: Johnny Manziel

    This title introduces readers to college football sensation Johnny Manziel. Manziel's life story is examined, from his childhood in Texas to his high school football success with the Tivy… More →

  • Cover: Kevin Durant

    This title introduces readers to Kevin Durant, the National Basketball Association all-star and three time scoring champion. Durant's life story is examined from his childhood in the… More →

  • Cover: LeBron James

    This title introduces readers to LeBron James, the National Basketball Association all-star. James's life story is examined from his childhood in Ohio through his prep years to his selection… More →

  • Cover: Peyton Manning

    This title introduces readers to Peyton Manning, the National Football League's Super Bowl-winning quarterback. Manning's life story is examined from his childhood in Louisiana where he was… More →

  • Cover: Russell Wilson

    This title introduces readers to Russell Wilson, the National Football League's Super Bowl-winning quarterback. Wilson's life story is examined from his childhood in Virginia, to his years at More →

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