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Introduces and examines the different aspects of gymnastics.

Gymnastics Require Dedication And Skill. See What Goes Into This Exceptional Sport. High Interest Informational Text To Support Rigor And Text Complexity.

Sunflower's always been good at everything. But her brand new gymnastics slippers are throwing everything off, because they give her the sense of proprioception.

In order to compete high on the rings, flip through the air, and doing walking handstands on the beam, gymnasts have to be strong, flexible, and confident. With lots of practice and help from a coach and spotter, readers can learn to execute splits, L-sits, and other cool gymnastics moves by following an informative step-by-step guide. Colorful photos and helpful tips remind even seasoned gymnasts of important technical points. Readers new to the...

Young Readers Will Learn About Gymnastics Through Simple Sentences And Highly Supportive Pictures.

Gymnastics are a great way for kids to get active at an early age. The rolling, tumbling, and flipping in a safe environment can one day lead to big moves and exciting Olympic performances. Starting small, though, is a great way to build both reading and gymnastic skills and establish the foundation for future greatness. Early readers get an inside look at the gymnastics studio, building strength and learning new moves while also learning about mat...

First Source to Gymnastics shows kids the world of gymnastics. From equipment to training tips and scoring rules, kids will be excited by stunning photographs of gymnasts and engaging text.

True excellence comes with a price...Eva has never doubted her coach's ability, but a startling conversation leaves her mind racing with questions. Are the girls' suspicions true? Why won't Alexei let her compete? And how can she learn to be her best without a better coach? When her preoccupation leads her into danger, Alexei steps in, and Eva is forced to make a choice. Will she follow a fleeting dream or embrace the lessons her coach can teach? A...

Perhaps no sporting event has told more amazing stories than the Olympic Games. Great Moments in Olympic Gymnastics tells the stories of surprise and dominance, of inspiration and determination, of persistence and overcoming adversity. Title includes colorful descriptions of memorable moments old and new, a list of great Olympic gymnasts, Great Moment sidebars, and frequent subheads. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

Leaps, turns, and handsprings are hard enough, but a beam is added, difficulty is maximized. In this book gymnasts will learn the best tips and tricks to conquering the balance beam.