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New Books on Dancing

| November 3, 2011 | 1 Comment
New Books on Dancing

These books will open a ballroom door to the world of dance in its wide variety of forms, from the gypsies who migrated from India to Spain to the prima ballerina who dedicates her life to her craft.

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The Players, Promoting Good Health Through Sports

| October 13, 2011 | 3 Comments
The Players, Promoting Good Health Through Sports

The Players promote good health through sports and daily physical activities, along with social interaction and good sportsmanship.

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Dan Gutman Discusses his “Baseball Card Adventures”, “My Weird School”, and New “Genius Files” Series

| September 26, 2011 | 0 Comments

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Review: Learning to Ski with Mr. Magee by Chris Van Dusen

| March 3, 2011 | 0 Comments
Review: Learning to Ski with Mr. Magee by Chris Van Dusen

A delightful winter read and pure fun for skiers, skiers-to-be, non-skiers and everyone in-between.

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Kids’ Books Gift Guide: Science Experiments for Kids & Books for Sports Fans

| November 12, 2010 | 0 Comments
Kids’ Books Gift Guide: Science Experiments for Kids & Books for Sports Fans

By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: November 12, 2010 This is a book list for sports enthusiasts, young Einsteins-in-the-making, myth busters, restless minds and grown men! From Potato Chip Science to The World’s Most Amazing Facts and Records, there is seriously something for everyone. And, while I would recommend most of these books [...]

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Pelé, King of Soccer/Pelé, El rey del fútbol en español

| July 10, 2010 | 0 Comments

In honor of the 2010 World Cup final …

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Soccer Books That Heal World Cup Fever!

| June 11, 2010 | 2 Comments
Soccer Books That Heal World Cup Fever!

No matter which team you go for, here is a team of books to whet the appetite of any young soccer enthusiast.

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Two Tutu Books for Little Ballerinas

| February 23, 2010 | 2 Comments
Two Tutu Books for Little Ballerinas

I don’t know about you, but we certainly have a large collection of tutus at our house. Too too many tutus in too too many different colors. I can’t let my daughter hear me say that—she is of the belief that a girl can never have enough tutus (or books about tutus, for that matter).

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Video: Million Dollar Throw: Mike Lupica

| November 27, 2009 | 0 Comments

By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: November 27, 2009 Author Mike Lupica is well known among sports-lit fans. His latest book, Million-Dollar Throw, a sports novel for kids ages 9-12, released this month and is already a best seller! Add this book to your collection: Million-Dollar Throw

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Giveaway: Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson

| October 27, 2009 | 21 Comments
Giveaway: Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson

By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: October 27, 2009 “In the early 1950s, legendary baseball hero Jackie Robinson literally “tested the ice” for his kids who so eagerly wanted to skate on the frozen lake near their home. Under Sharon Robinson’s skillful authorship and Kadir Nelson’s vivid illustrations, TESTING THE ICE also becomes [...]

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