The World's Greatest Athletes
They are the heroes, the winners, the champions. They are the people whose exploits thrill and inspire us all. They are the World's Greatest Athletes, and this series celebrates their lives and accomplishments. Written by top national sportswriters, the volumes in this series feature outstanding male and female performers from traditional sports as well as the action sports kids love. Whether the subjects are veteran superstars or up-and-coming phenoms, these books describe their life stories, the secrets of their success, and their greatest moments. Young readers looking for inspiration will find it in every book.
Albert Pujols
In only a few short years, Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols has joined the company of baseball's all-time greats. Take a trip with Albert from his island home in the Caribbean to the World… More »
Alex Rodriguez
Perhaps baseball's most talented all-around player, Alex 'A-Rod' Rodriguez has been a star for almost a decade with several Major League teams. He set new standards for offensive success as a… More »
Annika Sorenstam
Michelle Wie might get all the headlines in women's golf, but Annika Sorenstam seems to get all the trophies! Sometimes called the 'Tiger Woods of women's golf,' this Swedish superstar has… More »
David Beckham
The world's most famous soccer player gets his kicks in . . . Los Angeles? Learn how David Beckham came to thrill the world with his famous free kicks. More »
Dwyane Wade
A winner on and off the court, Dwyane Wade has combined his amazing hoops skills with powerful determination to become an NBA superstar. More »
Ice Kings
The National Hockey League was in trouble after a strike cancelled the 2004 season. Fans were looking for new heroes--and along came Alexander Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby! These two athletes… More »
Kevin Garnett
Garnett leaped right from high school to the NBA--and into the ranks of the league's top players. He's one of the few NBA players who's as talented at scoring and rebounding as he is at… More »
LaDainian Tomlinson
In 2006, LaDainian Tomlinson broke an NFL scoring record that had stood for nearly 50 years! What will the man they call 'LT' do for an encore? More »
Ladies of the Court
The Women's National Basketball Association celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2005. From early stars like Lisa Leslie and Cynthia Cooper to today's hotshots like Sue Bird and Tamika… More »
Landon Donovan
In recent years, the United States has become one of the top-ten soccer nations in the world. A big reason for their success is the play of high-scoring striker Landon Donovan. Meet this… More »
LeBron James
LeBron James can really jump. First, he leaped from high school into the NBA. Since then, he has soared above the competition, becoming a record-setting superstar. Check out LeBron's amazing… More »
Mat Hoffman
Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird, it's a plane . . . it's a bike? If there's a bike flying overhead, bike-stunt and BMX superstar Mat Hoffman is probably behind the handlebars. Go flying with… More »
Michelle Wie
Before she turned 17, Michelle Wie was a national champion golfer, had outperformed men twice her age, signed a gigantic sponsorship deal, and turned pro. What will she do when she grows up?… More »
Peyton Manning
Time to look into the mind of football's most powerful passer. Peyton Manning has been setting records since he was in high school. This book takes you inside the huddle and behind the scenes… More »
Roger Federer
He's not even 30, and Roger Federer already owns a place among the all-time greats in tennis. Follow his rapid rise from Swiss teen star to international icon. More »
Shaun White
Read how Shaun 'The Flying Tomato' White has used his go-for-it attitude to become a superstar in two sports--skateboarding and snowboarding. More »
Surfing Stars
Grab your board and head to the beach to meet the kings and queens of this awesome sport! From Kelly Slater and the Irons brothers to Australian female surf star Layne Beachley, read how… More »
Tiger Woods
Here's the inside story of how Tiger Woods has become the most dominant athlete in the world--and perhaps the best golfer ever. More »
Tim Duncan
Tim Duncan towers head-and-shoulders above the NBA--in more ways than one. Find out how this three-time NBA champion almost didn't even make it to the gym! More »
Tom Brady
From unheralded sixth-round draft pick to Super Bowl hero--Tom Brady's journey to NFL stardom has been as rapid as it was surprising! Read how he combines humility, grace, and gritty… More »
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