Most Popular Books by Matt Doeden

"Explains the game of football, including the game''s goals, positions, basic rules, and other points of interest."--

Looks at the fastest go-karts on the planets, shifter carts.

Lots of kids want to know more about hockey, one of the most popular sports in the world. This fun, fan-friendly introduction to the sport will help them skate to goal for a look at what makes this sport so exciting. Readers will learn about the positions, rules, and much more.

Members of the U.S. Army make up the biggest branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Infantry soldiers, engineers, pilots, and others work together. They get help from high-tech vehicles like the Apache helicopter and weapons such as rifles and grenades. Beginning readers are sure to enjoy learning about all-things Army, from jobs to weapons and equipment.

Chopper owners take pride in turning their motorcycles into one-of-a-kind machines. To personalize their rides, they remove unnecessary parts from the motorcycles and add everything from sissy-bars and ape-hanger handlebars to chrome parts and crazy paint jobs. In the end chopper owners create some of the coolest bikes on the planet. In this book you will discover where the term chopper comes from, what kinds of motorcycles make the best choppers, the difference between a chopper and a bobber, and where you can go to see classic and modern choppers.

"Explores the life and racing career of NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Matt Kenseth"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs present military tanks, their parts, and their crew.

Think you know all there is to know about Willie Mays? Well, did you know that: •He once batted .477 in the minor leagues? •He won twelve straight Gold Glove awards? •He was the first African American team captain in major-league history? Willie Mays started his baseball career in the little-known Negro Leagues in 1948. He crossed over to the major leagues with the New York Giants in 1951. During the 1954 World Series, Mays stunned the baseball world with an unbelievable over-the-shoulder catch. That play launched him into superstardom. He stayed with the Giants for more than twenty years, first in New York and then in San Francisco. Along the way, he earned his place in the record books, tallying the fourth-highest home run total in major-league history. Find out how Willie Mays made it to the top of his game and stayed there.

Describes what goes on behind the scenes in the sport of NASCAR racing, including how pit crews build, repair, and improve race vehicles.

Dirt bike racers soar over jumps and race through mud to the finish line. From motocross and supercross tracks to freestyle motocross, see dirt bikes in action and learn about the design that makes it possible for bikes and their riders to get big air. Fully translated Spanish text. Las motos de cross dan grandes saltos y van a toda velocidad por el lodo hasta la línea de meta. Mira estas motos en acción en pistas desde motocross y suprecross hasta motocross estilo libre y descubre los diseños que hacen posible que moto y piloto vuelen.

"In graphic novel format, tells the life story of President Thomas Jefferson, who authored the Declaration of Independence"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of pythons.

An introduction to the life and career of NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.

Describes the function of the Navy, its vehicles, personnel, and weapons.

With over 500 languages and the highest population in Africa, Nigeria has become one of the most diverse countries in the world. Visitors can find ancient cities, beautiful nature preserves, lively celebrations, and delicious foods. Follow the rich history of Nigeria and see how it became a leading economic power. Through engaging maps and images, explore 100,000 years of Nigeria''s history and culture.

Think you know all there is to know about Doug Flutie? Well, did you know that:● He played football in three different professional leagues?● He made the first NFL dropkick play in sixty-four years?● He plays in a rock-and-roll band?Most people said that Boston College quarterback Doug Flutie was too small to play professional football. But Flutie proved the critics wrong during his twenty-year career in the professional leagues. He joined the United States Football League’s New Jersey Generals right after college, but the league folded at the end of Flutie’s first year. In the Canadian Football League, he led his teams to three championships. In the National Football League, he surprised everyone with a string of stellar seasons for teams including the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots. Find out how this unlikely hero became a champion.

Have you ever watched the Olympic Games? Voted in a class election? Used an alphabet with twenty-six letters? All these things came from ancient Greece. More than two thousand years ago, the ancient Greeks invented tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Greeks lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

Describes the achievements and career statistics of football''s greatest stars.

Simple text and photographs describe humvees, their parts, and what they do.