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Remy and Alison play on rival soccer teams. Remy hasn't trusted Alison ever since her former friend attended an elite soccer camp in England last summer. When Remy finds out Alison has a special plan to beat Remy's team in the tournament, she becomes convinced that Alison will sabotage her team's players.
Foul Play is an entertaining story of misguided revenge, and the importance of communication in true friendship. ... Read more

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Describes the basic rules, skills, important people, and events in the sport of basketball. ... Read more

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Slam Dunk!! This is THE book for Basketball!
As a sport & fitness professional working with children's fitness I recommend Eule's book for anybody looking to support their child's athletic endeavors. Eule has identified the true role of youth sports and importance of a fun athletic environment. Children can't help but be inspired by this book- regardless of athletic skill level, every child who has read this book has been positively influenced both on and off the court.

Too many superlatives to write out for one book
After I bought him Mr. Eule's book, my eight year old nephew became a better basketball player and person within three days. I would recommend this well-written and illustrated book for kids of all ages! Also, before reading this book my nephew was self-conscious about wearing tank tops without a t-shirt underneath. But after seeing the happy basketball player on the cover of this book, the Youngster wears only tank tops for all functions! I can't wait for the next edition!

Raising the bar for children's sports literature!!
As a father of eight, I have read over 50 books written for a kids' audience devoted to the topic of basketball.Without a doubt, this book by Mr. Eule redefines the genre.It simultaneously managed to engross my twin five year-olds while also entertaining my sixteen year-old daughter.It's written clearly and passionately with a clear emphasis on Fun! Fun!I am already excitedly waiting for Mr. Eule's next publication!Awesome! Awesome!

Excellent Book
This book was just given to my 9 year old son, and he loves it.I would highly reccomend this book to anyone with a kid who loves basketball.

Clear, simple, fantastic
Eule has captured the magic of the game for young people.
Along with the colorful pictures, Eule's clear, simple explanations are buoyed by his obvious love of the sport.
I'd recommend this for any child who has ever dreamed to play with the pros. ... Read more

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Unique Winter Approaches
A lot of survival books are derivitive, this one comes out of the authors personal experience and offers some original ideas and approaches.

The You-Can stove alone is worth the price of the book, I have built two using the detailed instructions, and it's a good low-tech idea that could make a big difference in a snow cave or North of the tree line.There are also plans for a collapsable travel sled that looks worth making.

The book gives a good primer on winter travel, ice and river hazards, suitable clothing, hypothermia and is a great suppliment to a winter living library. ... Read more

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Designed for all levels, from consummate skiers and snowshoers to beginners and families, Winter Trails(tm) will lead you to the best places to snowshoe or cross-country ski in Michigan. Be it a day trip or a two-hour jaunt, you can enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the great outdoors in winter with these 42 carefully researched trails.

Each outing is described in detail and includes information about the natural landscape, such as distance in miles or kilometers, trail difficulty, surface quality, and more. New converts to the winter sports of snowshoeing and cross-country skiing will also find a rundown of proper equipment and clothing suggestions, as well as tips on safety, navigation, and trail etiquette. ... Read more

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Updated and expanded edition of a classic health reference.

A newly revised and updated edition of this authoritative guide-including almost 200 athletic and exercise injuries, 75 of the common illnesses that often affect athletes, and an illustrated section on rehabilitation. ... Read more

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wrong book
This book was like the medication book. Don't like its format.Would prefer something more like a coffee table book, with pictures. This is just a bunch of list. ... Read more

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The perfect book to celebrate winter sports and Tackiness! Tacky and his fellow penquins Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect are representing Nice Icy Land in the Winter Games. After rigorous training they are ready for the games to begin-but are the games ready for Tacky? From tobogganless racing to ski jumping to speed skating, Tacky lends his unique, exuberant style to each competition, reminding readers of the joy and enthusiasm that propel athletes to greatness. So once again, medals or not, even the other penquins have to admit that though Tacky is an odd bird, he is a nice bird to have around. ... Read more

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We like Tacky
I have five Tacky books and we go through at least 3 every time my granddaughter comes. "Tacky is a strange bird, but a nice bird to have around."

A fun little poke at the Olympics
"A-huff-and-puff-and-a-huff-and-puff-and-a-huff-and-puff."WHAT'S HAPPENING?" blared Tacky the Penguin as he came across his companions Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect."

Tacky quickly learns his companions are training for the Winter games.They try to get him to work out as well and Tacky does in his own unique style.

Soon the games arrive, opening ceremonies and then the events.

His team handily wins the bobsledless race as they jump on Tacky and ride him to victory.But a judge calls them for riding a bobsled.Tacky tries to point out his is not one but they still get disqualified.

Next is the ski jumping event with frozen fish for skies. Tacky decides to toast his toes in a cabin but unfortunately he thaws his fish. He tries to jump and lands....several times.

Finally, it's the last event; speed skating. Everything is going well but when the baton is passed to Tacky; he eats it.Frustrated, his companions chase him.Tacky things it's a game of tag and races faster and faster.They win.But did they?They take him to x-ray and look for the baton.Point out the cobwebs in his head as it made my girl laugh.

They eventually are declared the winner and as always:Tacky was an odd bird, but a nice bird to have around.

Overall, it's a good story and well illustrated. However, I found my girl not liking this one as much.

Penguins in a Wacky Wonder Land:Hilarious Book!
"Tacky and the Winter Games" nails the difficult challenge of writing a truly funny kids' book; it's one of the funniest I've read in the last several years. Text and illustrations combine superbly to give a fully realized portrait of a Tacky and his wacky winter land.You and your young audience will enjoy both immensely; It's one of those rare books that adults will enjoy appreciate almost as much as kids.

The Modus Operandi here is depicting penguins--those lovable but waddly, often awkward looking mammals--training for a Winter Olympics type contest. For credibility, Lester presumes that most penguins might adapt well to winter sports, given sufficient training. However, Tacky is not "most" penguins: He combines a wonderfully comic combination of the sloth and gluttony of Garfield the cat with the wild abandon of Mr. Toad. Not for Tacky the rigors of training: Whereas his four teammates hike, do sit-ups, lift weights, bicycle, eat "special training meals" and keep "strict training hours," Tacky lays down in the snow, abandons the sit-ups, Mr. Toads it on his bicycle--sending his teammates scurrying for safety, feasts on pizza and donuts, and stays up late munching popcorn and watching TV.

The story opens up thematically and pictorially with the 2-page spread describing the Opening Ceremonies.Teams of other penguins come from the "Highlands," the "Lowlands," the "Fun Lands," and Tacky's own "Nice Icy Land." They all march with dignity--except for Tacky who falls on his head while carrying the 'Nice Icy' pennant.However, this episode gives observant readers some insight into his character: Although Tacky falls down, he manages to hold the flag aloft with his feet.Could there be something more to him than his clownishly lazy behavior suggests?

Well, sort of.His team wins the NO-bobsled race but is disqualified because they use Tacky as a bobsled. Penguin ski-jumping, as we all know, uses frozen fish for skis; Tacky's fish skis thaw when he chills (so to speak) by a pot-bellied stove before the race, and floppy fish make for funny aerodynamics. Finally, there's a relay race.The first four members of Team Nice Icy Land pass the baton neatly to each other, but when it's passed to the last skater, Tacky, he eats it! "Ate it? Ate it. Well, it looked like a hot dog." In frustration, his teammates chase him, and Tacky, thinking it's a game of tag "skated faster. And faster. And fasterandfaster and barreled across the finish line in record time." However, will a strict judge (wearing a button that says, "I rule") award them first place when the baton has disappeared?I'll only reveal that the resolution involves X-rays and that the four other penguins give Tacky a big hug.Lester concludes, "Tacky was an odd bird, but a nice bird to have around."

Just about everything here is perfect: The pacing, the funny and vividly colored illustrations that evoke place and person, the plot--which could have stopped much earlier but is well-developed but not long or meandering for its young audience.I'm surprised to see it so low on the Amazon.com sales list. I hope this is not indicative of its popularity. If so, Tacky and his crew deserve a much bigger audience.

QUITE GOOD AND THE KIDS LOVE IT
Small simple story, excellent art work, funny...the kids love this one to the read to them and they do enjoy the rather good illustrations.I like reading this one to the class myself and probably enjoy it as much as the kids do.It is a rather off beat story featuring a rather off beat penguin - it is different.Overall, highly recommend this one.

I love Tacky
I love Tacky the penquin.This book was great to read to my Kindergarten class during the Winter Olympics.We had a lot to talk about.Of course my children know Tacky from, "Tacky" and "Three Cheers for Tacky".These two books are at the top of my list for read alouds in my class. Classic favorites! ... Read more

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MichiganSkier.com review
Performance Nutrition For Winter Sports by Monique Ryan is a wonderful reference and guideline for applying sound nutritional principles that will enhance our skiing performance, both cross country and downhill. Whether you're a racer or a recreational skier, there is plenty of advice on how to get the most out of your trips to the slopes. Useful meal plans and recipes, too. -MichiganSkier.com ... Read more

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A beautiful chronicle of more than a century of winter in the park. This is the story of those who embraced the winter season. Following the hardy explorers of the late 1800s, a small but growing number of adventurers sought the winter magic in skiing, skating and sleighing. These aficionados ushered in a whole new world to the fledgling park, creating a year-round season for its enjoyment. Many of the great names of American skiing touched the snows of Yosemite and for a brief period their contributions enabled Badger Pass to stand at the top as the foremost ski area in the nation. In this chronicle you will meet those early sports pioneers and encounter other forerunners who are still yodeling their love and enthusiasm for the magic of Yosemite winters. ... Read more

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Enjoy the splendor and serenity of the Catskill and Shawangunk Mountains in winter with George Quinn as your guide to 35 great places for cross-country, telemark, downhill, snowshoe, snowboard, and toboggan. There are descriptions, maps, skill levels, and scenic views, also tips on choosing the right equipment and clothing. ... Read more

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The Best Winter Guide for Backcountry AT Skiing Available
The Catskills have lots of trees. That's pretty obvious. Hiking trails are aplenty, but to Alpine Tour Ski you need some wider trails and trails that have some steep descents to keep it exciting.

This guide either leads you right to those sources, with driving directions and exact locations, or at least points you into the right direction of where these trails may exist.

For those that want to get off the lift line and want to explore and enjoy nature and still challenge yourself. If you live in NY in Putnam, Dutchess, Albany, Schenectady, Schoharie, and anywhere in between, including NYC, this could be the closest destiniation to you truly enjoying AT Skiing, and this is your guide. ... Read more

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Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, and skating adventures: Iseult Devlin has done it all. She and other women athletes, professionals as well as weekend enthusiasts, share their experience and savvy about the wonderful world of winter sports in this unique woman-friendly guide. Covering the territory from A to Z, from getting started, getting equipment, getting in shape, and getting the family involved, to step-by-step illustrated techiques and a comprehensive list of resources for further reference, Winter Sports: A Woman's Guide makes the joy of snow sports more accessible than ever before. ... Read more

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Great Book for All Women
This book is great for women just getting into winter sports or for any woman who already knows a lot about winter sports. Great book a must read for any woman. ... Read more