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What team has won the most Stanley Cups? How many teams did Wayne Gretzky play for? What is the longest game in NHL history? Learn the answer to these questions and more in The Best of Everything Hockey Book.

Many players have stepped onto a pro football field, but few can be called kings of the gridiron. Legends such as Walter Payton, Dan Marino, and Jerry Rice are in the record books for their amazing play. Find the answers to the following questions and more inside The Ultimate Collection of Pro Football...

Did you know Albert Pujols grew up playing baseball in the Dominican Republic? Discover how an amazing high school and college baseball player went on to become a World Series champion!

On game day, there’s a lot more happening at a hockey arena than the action on the ice. Coaches adjust their game plans. Zamboni drivers prepare their machines to clean the ice. Production staff members play music and videos to entertain the fans. Get ready to discover what happens behind the scenes during a National Hockey League game.

Readers won’t believe it when they learn about such weird sports as the Rock Paper Scissors championships, Worm Charming, and Cheese-Rolling races. Dozens of fun photos and trivia facts in The World’s Zaniest Sports let young readers discover the wildest and craziest sporting competitions the world has to offer.

The game of basketball has come a long way from James Naismith’s soccer ball and peach baskets. From high-tech shoes to an in-game player tracking system, technology has become a regular on the basketball court. Slam dunk your way to the latest advancements in The Technology of Basketball.

Football stadiums are quiet places during the week, but they roar to life on game day. Many fans don’t realize there’s an unseen army of people working hard to entertain them. Look inside to learn what coaches, players, production crews, and others do behind the scenes during a National Football League game.

Annie and Tyler are going out! Okay, he can be a bit controlling sometimes, but Annie's never had a boyfriend before so she assumes that's what they're like. Her roller derby team, the Liberty Belles, are in top position in the league, but are they getting over-confident? Annie misses a few practice...

Even when the rink is empty, patterns abound in the thrilling world of hockey.

The hockey rink has set the stage for a game continually influenced by technology. From video replay on goals to modern equipment designed for safer, faster play, technology is an important part of the game. Hit the boards and stay cool on your way to learning about The Technology of Hockey.

Every October baseball fans flock to stadiums to cheer for the teams trying to reach the World Series. Yearly since 1903 the National League and American League champions have played for the Major League Baseball championship. Discover the World Series’ greatest teams, players, and historic moments.

Athletes are some of the highest paid professionals in the world. The top players command salaries worth tens of millions of dollars, but the buck doesn’t stop there. Money is everywhere in sports, from ticket prices and merchandise to endorsements and advertisements.  Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS.

You don’t need instant replay to see how tasty these quick and easy football snacks will be. In just a few simple steps, you can make Touchdown Chili, Goal Post Guacamole, and much more. So grab your football helmet, and get in the kitchen! Snack time will never be the same.

You’re walking near a row of trees when you suddenly see a flash of color rise out of the brush. It’s a ring-necked pheasant! You raise your gun to aim. Do you have what it takes to bag the bird? Now is your chance to learn about pheasant hunting history, gear, techniques, safety, and more.