The ultimate guide to over 100 top sports from around the world, from basketball to blade running. Are you a team player? Do you have a steady aim? Maybe you are very fast or strong? Whatever your size or ability, there is a sport that suits you. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sports is the ultimate illustrated guide to the diverse world of sports, from the most well-known team sports, track and field, and water sports to the more unusual racket sports and races (anyone for a game of pickleball?).
The book presents different sports, grouping them into categories such as team sports, target sports, winter sports, wheels and engines, equestrian sports, and extreme sports.
This illustrated sports guide offers: - A dynamic visual design and clear language, explaining all the essentials to understanding and enjoying the sports presented. - A basic overview that explains each sport through "game objective" boxes and essential equipment. - Clear and intuitive categories that separate the sports, allowing children to expand their understanding and compare similar sports they are interested in. - Special features that narrate the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, focusing on the history, objectives, and spirit of the Games.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sports is a must-have book for all young sports enthusiasts, especially ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics. A special section on the Olympic and Paralympic Games approaches their history, from the original Greek games to today, with summer and winter Olympic sports clearly identified and explained.
Dynamic photography brings the sports to life and complements the clear explanations and artworks that describe the rules, equipment, competitions, and common terms.
Pages: 160, Dimensions: 22.2x22.2cm