Located on an island in San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz was once considered one of the country’s most secure prisons. But that didn’t stop three prisoners from making a daring escape the night of June 11,
Outfielder Christian Yelich joined Little League when he was four and never stopped playing. From traveling teams when he was young to being drafted as a professional player, baseball was a priority f
Baseball runs in the family for Fernando Tatis Jr. Both his father and grandfather played professional baseball. Tatis signed his first professional baseball contract when he was just 16 years old! He
Around three years old, Sabrina Ionescu picked up a basketball. While she had natural talent, Ionescu worked hard. In middle school there weren’t enough players for a girls’ basketball team. Ionescu w
Do you have what it takes to compete against the world’s most elite athletes? Be ready to put in the time, sweat, and tears that it takes. Choose which path to take on your journey to athletic excelle
How has the game of basketball changed since it was first invented? In more ways than anyone back in 1891 could have ever imagined! Discover how a simple game played with peach baskets evolved over ti
What does fashion have to do with the game of basketball? More than meets the eye! From shoes, shorts, and headbands to hairstyles and body art, discover the evolution and influence of basketball fash
How do the best basketball players go from playing pick-up games on a neighborhood court to scoring big-time contracts in the NBA and WNBA? With hard work and determination! Discover the paths players
How did pro basketball biggest stars become the greatest players of all time? By playing the game in ways no one had ever done before! Discover the magic the propelled players like Julius “Dr. J” Irvi
Winning is fun, but it takes more than winning to be a real superstar. Today’s soccer superstars know it takes talent, skill, and teamwork on and off the field. This Sports Illustrated Kids title comb
Being a great athlete takes more than just winning every game. Today’s basketball superstars know it takes talent, skill, and respect to make them great. This Sports Illustrated Kids title combines fa
Stephen Curry is one of the top players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Now he uses his fame to give back to others. Learn more about how Curry became an NBA star!
People of Europe are no stranger to ghost stories, but some terrifying tales have stood the test of time. Visit the Akershus Fortress in Norway, where a dog ghost guards the gates of the former prison
People of North America are no stranger to ghost stories, but some terrifying tales have stood the test of time. Encounter the spirits said to roam Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Kentucky. Go to Mexico's
People train for months or years to be able to run 26-mile-long marathons. The feats of distance in this book will make running a marathon sound like a piece of cake.
Vivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring American history to life and place readers in the shoes of real people who experienced some of the most pivotal moments leading up to the American Revol
Throughout history, people have built incredible structures across the world. Engineers have had to put their skills and knowledge to the test to create these amazing feats of engineering.
This book explores various perspectives surrounding the Battle of Hampton Roads and the Battle of the Ironclads in the Civil War. Readers are immersed in the action as their choices guide the narrativ
This book explores various perspectives surrounding the Battle of Antietam in the Civil War. Readers are immersed in the action as their choices guide the narrative.
Up, up, and away! The brave men and women of the United States Air Force are always hard at work protecting their country. Pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, and other airmen all have importa
An interactive history of Edinburgh Castle explores the many functions of the castle over the centuries and if there may be paranormal activity inside its walls.
Military drones have been part of wars for more than 100 years. Today’s military unmanned aerial vehicles are packed with sensors, high-quality cameras, and even weapons. With each UAV flight, militar
Helicopters and airplanes aren’t the only aircraft launching to the skies anymore. Thousands of recreational drones are launched every day. Whether owners make their own drones or buy them, recreation
