Titres dans Sports et plein air

When Kong-sang was a young boy in Hong Kong, he enjoyed practicing martial arts with his dad but hated going to school. He was eventually enrolled in the China Drama Academy, where he improved his martial arts skills and became a stuntman. That training led to a successful career as an actor. Kong-sang, now known as Jackie Chan, never gave up on his passion for screwball physical comedy.

At the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics, track and field star Jesse Owens ran himself straight into international glory by winning four gold medals. But the life of Jesse Owens is much more than a sports story. Born in rural Alabama under the oppressive Jim Crow laws, Owens' family suffered many hardships. As a boy he worked several jobs, like delivering groceries and working in a shoe repair shop, to make ends meet. But Owens defied the odds to become a sensational student athlete, eventually running track for Ohio State.

Black Majors: Baseball celebrates five legendary players from the Negro Leagues who helped change the game—and history. Young listeners will discover the incredible lives of Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell, Buck Leonard, and Monte Irvin. With courage, talent, and determination, these heroes played baseball at the highest level, even when the world was unfair. This inspiring children’s book teaches the power of perseverance, pride, and passion for the game. Perfect for ages 6-10, it’s a home run of history and heart that brings Black baseball greatness to life!

"Fascinating and Funny Football Facts for Kids" is an interactive journey through football, designed to inspire and entertain young fans. This book contains factual and exciting secrets, stories, and trivia that teach and motivate, encouraging hard work and mental toughness.

Like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, you have an incredible strength inside you! This inspiring book celebrates his amazing journey, showing even the littlest fans that they too can dream big and stay true to themselves. "You Are Strong" is the perfect introduction to this beloved superstar. It's a heartwarming tale that encourages you to embrace your inner power, face challenges with grit, and chase your dreams fearlessly, just like The Rock.

How did a young girl from Vermont grow up to become an American rugby union superstar? Find out in this entertaining biography about Olympic medal winner Ilona Maher, who has championed body positivity in her funny and engaging social media posts.

Bec loves swimming – and she loves being the fastest in the class! But when she joins junior squad, Bec discovers that there's more to swimming than just winning.

Gemma loves gymnastics, and she might actually have a chance at competing at the Olympic level one day. But she's just had the worst class EVER, and her coach isn't happy. She messed up big time, but she has an idea for how to win back her coach's favor ... if she can pull it off. Is Gemma's life as a gymnast over? Or will her clever plan keep her on the team?

According to educators, kids are more likely to engage with materials they can relate to, with stories that feature real-life heroes having the power to captivate young minds and instill values that last a lifetime. And that’s where this book comes in…

In 2002, during the final moments of injury time, David Beckham scored an incredible free-kick, securing England a place in the World Cup. It was this moment that ensured that Beckham would become one of the most loved English footballers, as well as a Manchester United and Real Madrid hero. During a career which spanned twenty years, Beckham won an impressive nineteen major trophies. This is the story of a true sportsman, who earned respect and loyalty from his fans around the world.

Few people embody triumph over adversity as much as Billy. In his debut book, Billy Monger - whose documentaries include Driven, Changing Gear and The Race is On - wants to show YOU how incredible life can be when you break out of your comfort zone. Written with sports writer Seth Burkett, Find Your Drive: Build Confidence, Unleash Your Potential is full of stories from Billy’s life and advice that will inspire you to challenge yourself and build resilience. Because even if we don’t always succeed, we can always try.

Learn how to be strong, think strong and be strong for others with everyone's favorite Gladiator – Fury! I love being a strong girl. This book is one big celebration of strong girls because being a strong girl is a vibe. It's our vibe. I'm so proud and happy that we get to be strong together. Jodie Ounsley is a Gladiator, an England Rugby player, an inspirational role model for deaf people, and an author too! Following on from her debut book, Keep Smashing It , Jodie wants to show YOU how to be strong in lots of different ways.

Lorsque Kylian M'Bappé entre dans le stade Loujniki de Moscou ce soir du 15 juillet 2018, il est sur le point de réaliser son rêve : devenir champion du monde. Voici le parcours hors norme d'un surdoué du football : depuis ses premiers matchs à l'AS Bondy jusqu'à son but victorieux en finale du mondial 2018 face à la Croatie.

Shohei Ohtani, also known as "Shotime," is widely known for his skills in both pitching and hitting. At the 2016 Japan Series, Ohtani led his team, the Fighters, to victory. He later signed to the Los Angeles Angels in 2017 and earned the title of American League Rookie of the Year in 2018. In 2021, Ohtani made Major League Baseball history with over ten homeruns, over twenty stolen bases, and over one hundred strikeouts. That same year, at only age twenty-seven, he was given the American League Most Valuable Player Award.

Tony Hawk, also known as "Birdman," knew from an early age that he was special. Using skateboarding as an outlet for his excess energy, he became a professional skateboarder by age fourteen. He then went on to be named the National Skateboard Association world champion for twelve consecutive years. Among other notable "firsts," Tony Hawk became the first skateboarder to land a "900" trick, earning him the title as the pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding.

Discover how a young boy born in Portugal with a passion for soccer worked hard to become one of the most famous athletes of all time in this exciting addition to the Who HQ Now series that features newsmakers and trending topics.

Kobe Bryant was just an eighteen-year-old high-school basketball player when he decided to enter the National Basketball Association's draft. Though he was the thirteenth overall pick by the Charlotte Hornets, he would never play a single game for them. Instead, Kobe was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he would spend his entire twenty-season career, winning five championships and numerous awards.

Maria Pepe loved baseball. When Little League formed in her hometown in 1972, she was eager to prove herself as a competitor. There was only one problem: Little League was not open to girl players. This didn’t stop Maria. She took her glove and joined her friends, Nicky and Louie, at tryouts. She could hit, pitch, and catch as good as any of the boys—better than many, even, and it was no surprise that Maria made the team. Little did she know, she would make history when the Little League officials refused to let her play because she was a girl.

GRAND PRIX OF EUROPE ist das erste große Kinoabenteuer der beliebten Maskottchen-Stars des Europa-Park. Die junge Maus Edda träumt davon eine Rennfahrerin zu werden. Als das 50. Rennen des europäischen GRAND PRIX ansteht, ergreift sie die Chance, ihrem Idol Ed zu begegnen und das angeschlagene Geschäft ihres Vaters zu retten. Plötzlich findet sie sich selbst im Cockpit wieder und gemeinsam mit Ed beginnt ein rasantes Abenteuer quer durch Europa.

This book is meticulously researched and designed with both newcomers and seasoned fans in mind. It’s a treasure trove of accurate, engaging, and digestible information that transforms football trivia into captivating stories. Whether you're seeking to impress at the next family gathering or simply want to enjoy a lively discussion with fellow fans, this book is your perfect companion.