Stephane Hillard

Whether played indoors or outdoors, volleyball is an exciting and fun team sport. Volleyball players make fast serves, strong bumps, precise sets, and powerful spikes. The game can be incredibly fast paced with long volleys, or it can seem as if point after point is an ace. In this book, readers learn the basics of volleyball, including the sport's rules and positions and its history. Exciting photographs of kids and adults playing volleyball help readers understand key aspects of the sport.

Hockey has been a popular sport in North America and around the world for many years. It's a fast-paced game and, to be successful, players must be fit and quick thinking, as well as good teammates. In this volume, readers will learn the basics of hockey and see images of young hockey players in action. The manageable text explains the rules, positions, and tactics of hockey while emphasizing the importance of teamwork. A fun "Hockey Talk" graphic organizer rounds out the reading experience.

Football has a long tradition in the United States as an exciting sport and a game kids love to play. It's not hard to set up a game of touch football at the park. Regardless of where you play the game, football is a sport based on teamwork. No single player can win a game by themselves In this guide to football, readers will learn the basics behind one of America's favorite pastimes, including rules, positions, scoring plays, and more. Photographs of kids playing football, as well as fact boxes with additional information, will help draw in readers.

Football has a long tradition in the United States as an exciting sport and a game kids love to play. It's not hard to set up a game of touch football at the park. Regardless of where you play the game, football is a sport based on teamwork. No single player can win a game by themselves In this guide to football, readers will learn the basics behind one of America's favorite pastimes, including rules, positions, scoring plays, and more. Photographs of kids playing football, as well as fact boxes with additional information, will help draw in readers.

Baseball is not only ""America's pastime,"" it's also a game that's enjoyed by people of all ages around the world. Invented in the mid-1800s, baseball has a long, rich history. The focus of this guide is to teach readers the basics of baseball while reinforcing the concept of teamwork. Readers are encouraged to try this team sport, and the text suggests several ways for them to take part in the game. Color photographs of kids playing baseball are sure to draw in readers and add to their reading experience.

Basketball is a sport in which players must rely on teamwork in order to win games. This guide immerses readers in the world of basketball, relating exciting facts about the sport's history as well as its rules and positions. The text mentions different ways to enjoy basketball, but focuses on the importance of teamwork as a prerequisite of winning and having fun. Photographs of kids playing basketball and a handy guide to the sport's lingo allow readers to make meaningful connections with the text, helping them to get the most out of the reading experience

Soccer is by far the most popular team sport in the world, and its popularity is quickly rising in the United States. This is, in part, because all it takes to start up a game is a ball and your friends This guide teaches readers the basic rules and positions of soccer and how it is played. The text also covers set plays and penalties. A brief history of soccer shows readers that the game has ancient roots and how it has spread all over the world. Vivid photographs of kids playing soccer will help readers to make meaningful connections with the text.

Autism spectrum disorder, ASD, or autism is a mysterious disability. Doctors don't know what causes it, it's difficult to diagnose, there's no cure, and there's no universal treatment. Even though more people are diagnosed with autism today than ever before, it's difficult for many people to understand why people on the spectrum think and behave the way they do. This book serves as a guide to help teens understand the signs and symptoms of ASD, how it is diagnosed and treated, and how knowing someone with autism can change their lives. The more teens know about autism, the less mysterious it will seem.

Autism spectrum disorder, ASD, or autism is a mysterious disability. Doctors don't know what causes it, it's difficult to diagnose, there's no cure, and there's no universal treatment. Even though more people are diagnosed with autism today than ever before, it's difficult for many people to understand why people on the spectrum think and behave the way they do. This book serves as a guide to help teens understand the signs and symptoms of ASD, how it is diagnosed and treated, and how knowing someone with autism can change their lives. The more teens know about autism, the less mysterious it will seem.

The leaves are falling. The snow is accumulating. The grass is growing. Weeds are overtaking the garden. Each of these things is an opportunity to make some cold, hard cash. Many people may be willing to pay someone to help them with tasks around their yard. Your enterprising readers will learn the importance of advertising their business, paying close attention to detail, and pricing their services in a fair yet competitive way. A list of supplies and business tips helps readers prepare for operating their own yard-work business.

Recycling is more important now than ever before. Some people put recyclable items in a bin on the curb. However, some recyclables including glass bottles and plastic bottles can be taken to a recycling facility and returned for cash. Starting a recycling business is one way your enterprising readers can make some money while helping save the planet. This volume highlights each step of starting a business, from making a business plan to creating a budget. It teaches readers essential aspects of owning a small business, including supply and demand and keeping track of expenses and profits.

One person's trash is another person's treasure. Sometimes people want to get rid of things from their home but don't want those things to be thrown away or wasted. However, they also don't want the work of planning and executing a yard sale. With this volume, readers will learn how to plan a yard sale for their own unwanted possessions, and how to plan a friend or neighbor's yard sales. A complete list of supplies, such as price stickers and folding tables, aids readers in taking the first step toward entrepreneurship.

The leaves are falling. The snow is accumulating. The grass is growing. Weeds are overtaking the garden. Each of these things is an opportunity to make some cold, hard cash. Many people may be willing to pay someone to help them with tasks around their yard. Your enterprising readers will learn the importance of advertising their business, paying close attention to detail, and pricing their services in a fair yet competitive way. A list of supplies and business tips helps readers prepare for operating their own yard-work business.

Recycling is more important now than ever before. Some people put recyclable items in a bin on the curb. However, some recyclables including glass bottles and plastic bottles can be taken to a recycling facility and returned for cash. Starting a recycling business is one way your enterprising readers can make some money while helping save the planet. This volume highlights each step of starting a business, from making a business plan to creating a budget. It teaches readers essential aspects of owning a small business, including supply and demand and keeping track of expenses and profits.

Many people like to indulge in a sweet treat every once in a while. Bake sales are a great way to make money and satisfy people's sweet cravings. However, there's more to running a bake sale than showing up to the school lobby with brownies. With this book, readers will learn how to make a business plan, how to choose a venue, and how to keep track of expenses and profits. They'll learn the importance of advertising and marketing. Running a successful bake sale now may lead to running a bakery, a specialty cake shop, or a sweet culinary empire later in life.

Many kids babysit their siblings, neighbors' children, or family friends' children. However, some people take babysitting to another level and turn it into a massively profitable job and career. Your readers will learn the vital elements of running their own business, including scheduling, safety, and marketing. They'll learn how these basics can give them the tools they need to expand their business into a later career as a full-time nanny or daycare center operator. Starting a babysitting business can be a great way to make money, gain responsibility, and have fun.

Planning a car wash is a great way to make money and help people keep their car looking nice and shiny. While a car wash may seem like a simple business venture, it's more complex than readers may realize. Your money-minded readers will learn the importance of scheduling, budgeting, gathering enough workers, and charging a fair yet competitive price. Readers will learn to evaluate all the supplies they'll need to get their car wash business up and running. The skills involved in running a car wash may inspire them to create their own business later in life.