Böcker av John Crossingham

Developed by Native Americans, lacrosse is North America's oldest known game. This book explains the basic rules, how to hold the stick, and how to pass and catch the ball. It is suitable for children aged 6 to 10 years.

Skateboarding combines balance, dexterity, and invention. Suitable for ages 6-9, this book details: anatomy and care of the board and safety equipment; basics of motions and balance for the first-time skater; the building blocks of skating tricks; and both streetstyle and vertical skating.

Soccer is known as "the beautiful game" because it is simple and doesn't involve a lot of expensive equipment. This title shows why this sport has become the most popular sport. It teaches: how players handle the ball; how each position helps to make a winning team; the role of a referee and rules; and, soccer star profiles.

Intended for ages 6-12, this work helps kids learn many facts about elephants, including: the social structure of elephants; the animal's dextrous uses for its trunk; the history of the elephant's larger ancestors, including woolly mammoths; and the dangers that poaching, loss of habitat, and the ivory trade pose to the elephant's future.

Once used only as a mode of transportation, skiing has become an internationally respected sport of speed and agility. This book provides children with the tips and tricks they need to hit the slopes. It highlights: how to get on and off a chair lift; basics of turning and stopping; tips on handling moguls; and more. It is intended for ages 6-9.

Don't know how to ride? Aren't sure what bike suits you best? Suitable for ages 6-9, this book gives children a tour through the world of bikes. It includes information on: the parts and basic maintenance of a bicycle; road safety and signals; different types of bicycles and the advantages of each; and competitive cycling.