Alamosa Public Library

Series

Sports All-Stars

Pub. Date

[2022]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1

Description

"Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey is one of the few NFL players to record both 1,000 rushing yards and receiving yards in a single season. Read all about McCaffrey's hobbies, exercise routine, and more"--

2) Patrick Mahomes vs. Peyton Manning: who would win?

Author

Series

All-Star Smackdown

Pub. Date

[2024]

Description

"With three Super Bowl victories between them, Patrick Mahomes and Peyton Manning are two of the most talented quarterbacks in NFL history. Follow their careers and compare their stats to choose a winner."-- Provided by publisher.

3) Rodeo clown: laughs and danger in the ring

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1995]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Describes the reponsibilities of rodeo clowns and looks at the experiences of Jim Bob Feller, who has worked as a clown in arenas throughout the United States.

4) LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan

Author

Series

All-Star Smackdown

Pub. Date

[2024]

Description

This title compares classic star Michael Jordan and contemporary champion LeBron James. From scoring and rebounding to defense and leadership, chapters explore and compare each player's skills on the court.

5) Marine biologist

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1996]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1

Description

A profile of Dr. Sonny Gruber, a marine biologist who has been observing sharks for more than thirty years and who loves this risky occupation.

6) December 8, 1980: the day John Lennon died

Author

Pub. Date

2010

7) Storm chaser: into the eye of a hurricane

Author

Series

Pub. Date

c1998

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Profiles the work of Brian Taggart, a pilot for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration whose job involves flying directly into dangerous storms.

8) Pro wrestling: from carnivals to cable TV

Author

Pub. Date

c2000

Accelerated Reader

IL: UG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 4

Description

A history of professional wrestling from its roots in legitimate sport to its days as a carnival attraction followed by the growth of regional rivalries and culminating as television-centered entertainment.

9) Smokejumper: firefighter from the sky

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1995]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Describes the hazards and duties of smokejumpers, describing the experiences of Wayne Williams, who fights fires as a smokejumper.

10) Bomb squad officer: expert with explosives

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1996]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Presents the life and career of Timothy Hajj, a bomb squad officer in Newark, New Jersey.

11) Magic Johnson: champion with a cause

Author

Series

Achievers

Pub. Date

1995

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Profiles the life and career of Earvin "Magic" Johnson, the talented guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, three-time most valuable player in the National Basketball Association, and discusses his efforts to deal with the AIDS virus.

12) Window washer: at work above the clouds

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1995]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Profiles the life and work of Roko Camaj, a professional window washer who cleans the windows on the observation tower of the World Trade Center, the second tallest building in the world.

13) Test pilot: taking chances in the air

Author

Series

Pub. Date

[1997]

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1

Description

Profiles the training and career of Major Rex Bailey, who tests military airplanes for the United States Air Force at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

14) Cyndi Lauper

Author

Pub. Date

c1985

Description