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James Buckley is the author of Fearless Firsts: Artists Who Changed Entertainment (2025), It's a Numbers Game! Soccer (2020), Fearless Firsts: Athletes Who Changed the Game (2024), Super Bowl Fireworks! (2009), Football Atlas (2021).

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Fearless Firsts: Artists Who Changed Entertainment

release date: May 06, 2025
Fearless Firsts: Artists Who Changed Entertainment
Celebrate 50+ artists who broke barriers, took risks, and changed the world of entertainment forever! While these creatives came from different backgrounds and overcame unique struggles, they had one thing in common: they would not take "You can''t" for an answer. With a don''t-give-up attitude, these fearless firsts fought for what they believed in and created a better artistic world. In this book, you''ll read about very famous entertainers, like Taylor Swift and Oprah Winfrey. You''ll also discover the first Asian American comic book writer and the first runway model in a wheelchair. You''ll meet the world''s first modern graffiti artist, the first Black man to host a TV series, and the first Indigenous American Oscar winner. Beyond individuals, you''ll learn about important groups, like the East West Players and the Hamilton cast. By the time you''re done reading, whether you see yourself as an artist or not, you''ll be inspired to stay optimistic, fight against injustice, and be fearless in whatever you set your mind to!

It's a Numbers Game! Soccer

release date: Dec 01, 2020
It's a Numbers Game! Soccer
Grab your soccer ball and calculator and get ready to delve into the numbers and math behind the world''s most popular sport. Whether you call it soccer or football, "the beautiful game" wouldn''t be the popular game it is without numbers. From the clock counting up the seconds to positioning your feet at the right angle for the perfect dribble, this book reveals the ways digits and math are part of the game. Read about soccer greats from all over the world racking up points, championships, and even Olympic medals. Learn how goalies use geometry to guard the net and check out cool graphics that show the probability that a goalie will be able to stop a penalty kick. Soccer fans everywhere will get a kick out of this number-focused look at the game, jam-packed with sports trivia, awesome photos, and fun activities at the end of every chapter.

Fearless Firsts: Athletes Who Changed the Game

release date: Aug 06, 2024
Fearless Firsts: Athletes Who Changed the Game
Celebrate over 50 athletes who broke barriers, took risks, and changed the rules! While these athletes came from different backgrounds and overcame unique struggles, they had one thing in common: they would not take "You can''t" for an answer. With a don''t-give-up attitude, these fearless firsts fought for what they believed in and created a better sports world. In this book, you''ll read about very famous athletes, like Jackie Robinson and Simone Biles. You''ll also discover the first female drag-racing champion and the first Latino American baseball superstar. You''ll meet the first Olympian with an amputated leg, the first blind Ironman racer, the first transgender college champion, and the first Asian American Olympic gold medalists. Beyond individual athletes, you''ll learn how Title IX impacted sports, why the Paralympics matters, and the history behind the Haudenosaunee lacrosse team. By the time you''re done reading, whether you''re an athlete or not, you''ll be inspired to stay optimistic, fight against injustice, and be fearless in anything you set your mind to!

Super Bowl Fireworks!

release date: Jan 01, 2009
Super Bowl Fireworks!
Super Bowl fireworks come in all differentstyles: Game-altering tosses. Break-away runs.Bone-jarring sacks. Any or all of these canchange the course of the game and createfireworks on the field.

Football Atlas

release date: Jun 15, 2021
Football Atlas
A comprehensive exploration of football, covering players, teams, stadiums and competitions through a mix of illustrations, photographs, maps and diagrams. Follow the story of how football began, learn about World Cup winners, meet some of the top players and discover amazing facts and figures in this action-packed atlas.

AFC North

release date: Aug 01, 2005
AFC North
Introduces the four teams that since 2002 are the American Football North Conference of the National Football League.

Gandhi: The Peaceful Protester!

release date: Oct 12, 2021
Gandhi: The Peaceful Protester!
A graphic biography of Gandhi, who helped the nation of India become free and independent.

Babe Ruth: Baseball's All-Time Best!

release date: Apr 14, 2020
Babe Ruth: Baseball's All-Time Best!
"Learn about the amazing life and accomplishments of Babe Ruth in this entertaining and educational graphic novel"--

Jesus: Messenger of Peace!

release date: Nov 10, 2020
Jesus: Messenger of Peace!
Jesus: Messenger of Peace! tells the story of the life of Jesus of Nazareth as recounted in the Gospels. This illustrated retelling of Jesus''s journey draws from the stories found in the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and offers young readers an opportunity to learn about the remarkable man who changed the course of the world s history.

Neil Armstrong: First Man on the Moon!

release date: Aug 03, 2021
Neil Armstrong: First Man on the Moon!
"He took the most famous step in history, but his path leading to that step was almost as fantastic. A true man of the sky, he piloted aircraft of all sorts before training to become the most well-known astronaut. Take one giant step into history with the incredible story of Neil Armstrong"--

Frida Kahlo: The Revolutionary Painter!

release date: Sep 14, 2021
Frida Kahlo: The Revolutionary Painter!
This kid-friendly biography of esteemed Mexican painter Frida Kahlo uses a graphic novel format to tell the true story of the woman who led an artistic revolution. After an accident at age 18 dashed her dream of attending medical school and becoming a doctor, Frida Kahlo turned to painting as a form of therapy. Over the next few years, she developed an introspective and surrealist style that soon became a sensation in the art world. By incorporating aspects of Mexican folk art with deeply personal themes, Kahlo’s paintings revolutionized not only Mexican art but the very essence of what art could be. Frida Kahlo: Revolutionary Painter! is a biography of this groundbreaking artist, told in a full-color graphic novel format that will appeal to a wide audience.

Muhammad Ali: The Greatest of All Time!

release date: Nov 10, 2020
Muhammad Ali: The Greatest of All Time!
"This graphic novel follows the life of Muhammad Ali as he became a world heavyweight boxing champion, activist, and philanthropist"--

Amelia Earhart: Pioneer of the Sky!

release date: Mar 26, 2019
Amelia Earhart: Pioneer of the Sky!
A fascinating and entertaining biography of Amelia Earhart, in graphic novel format. When Amelia Earhart became the first woman to make a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932, she immediately became an American icon and a subject of endless fascination for generations to come. In Amelia Earhart: Pioneer of the Sky!, the story of the bold and daring aviator’s life is presented in graphic novel format, with full-color illustrations and historically accurate details. From her hardscrabble childhood to her final flight—and mysterious disappearance—Earhart’s journey will entertain, captivate, and inspire readers of all ages.

Helen Keller: Inspiration to Everyone!

release date: Jun 22, 2021
Helen Keller: Inspiration to Everyone!
Inspiration to everyone! She lost her vision and hearing while very young, but -- through hard work and with the help of an amazing teacher -- lived one of the most incredible lives of the 20th century! She traveled the world, wrote books, and inspired millions of people. Use your senses to experience the amazing life of Helen Keller!

TIME for Kids: Exploring American Landmarks

release date: Aug 04, 2026
TIME for Kids: Exploring American Landmarks
From Hawaiian volcanoes to Niagara Falls, travel coast to coast across the scenic landscapes of the United States and discover the stunning beauty of national parks, monuments, and more in this full-color book—just in time for America’s 250th anniversary! This full-color book from TIME for Kids is perfect for budding explorers, and provides a fantastic introduction to the most exciting, unmissable stops across America. It’s the perfect road trip companion, travel guide, and bucket list for all aspiring sightseers and those looking to learn more about the United States! Discover fun facts and unique insights about America’s most iconic national parks, natural and man-made wonders, sporting arenas, historic monuments and unusual attractions like the Giant Ball of Twine. Young readers who dream of road-tripping across the United States will be dazzled by the variety of skyscrapers, snow-capped mountains, and famous landmarks including the Space Needle, the Betsy Ross House, the Daytona Speedway, Joshua Tree National Park, Mount Rushmore, and more. Built on the legacy of TIME, TIME for Kids is a valuable news source for parents and educators, providing trusted content via print and digital magazines, audio, and interactive events to classrooms, at home, and online. TIME for Kids helps young readers develop critical reading skills at any age and learn how to engage with the world around them.

Adolf Hitler

release date: Aug 15, 2017
Adolf Hitler
Looks at one of history''s most hated German dictator who led the country into the Second World War and carried out the murders of over eleven million people during the Holocaust.

Scholastic Year in Sports 2017

release date: Nov 29, 2016
Scholastic Year in Sports 2017
Featuring the latest and greatest superstars--this is a must-have guide for sports fans of all ages! For sports fans everywhere! The 2017 edition of Year in Sports features full-color action photographs throughout, completely updated facts and stats, and a colorful interior design. Featuring info about all of the top athletes, championships, and legends from the major and secondary sports. Including all your favorite stars in baseball, basketball, football, and more, this book is perfect for sports beginners, as well as the most devoted fans.

Scholastic Year in Sports 2021

release date: Dec 01, 2020
Scholastic Year in Sports 2021
The ultimate book for young sports fans is back with the past year''s top sports stories, including the biggest wins from the thrilling Tokyo Summer Olympics and Paralympics. Look back on another year in sports with Scholastic, featuring exciting and all-new coverage for 2021. Dive into the action of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics and relive the most glorious moments of every sports season with colorful photographs, brand-new graphics and stats, and special features on returning and rising stars.Get up close and personal with the top athletes in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and more in this perfect book for sports fanatics and newbies alike.

Jeremy Lin: Rising Star

release date: Apr 01, 2012
Jeremy Lin: Rising Star
The biography of worldwide basketball sensation, Jeremy Lin! Jeremy Lin is an overnight basketball success! But in order for him to have been ready for his big opportunity, he had to put in years of hard work and practice. Follow along as we trace Jeremy''s rise from his high-school days, college hoops at Harvard, and bouncing around the NBA to his awesome, unprecedented performances with the New York Knicks. It''s Lin-credible!
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