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1) Game changer
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Thirteen-year-old Teddy Youngblood is in a coma fighting for his life after an unspecified football injury at training camp. His family and friends flock to his bedside to support his recovery--and to discuss the events leading up to the tragic accident. Was this an inevitable result of playing a violent sport, or was something more sinister happening on the field that day? Told in an innovative, multimedia format combining dialogue, texts, newspaper...
2) Dinged
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Fourteen-year-old star freshman quarterback Caleb Springer watches his father deteriorate from injuries he suffered playing the very same sport, forcing Caleb to consider whether playing football, the sport of his dreams, is worth risking irreparable physical harm.
3) Hit count
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Arlo Brodie loves being at the heart of the action on the football field, and while his dad cheers him on, his mother quotes head injury statistics and refuses to watch, but Arlo's winning plays, the cheering crowds, and the adrenaline rush are enough to convince him that everything is OK--in spite of the pain, the pounding, the dizziness, and the confusion.
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Colin O'Brady's awe-inspiring memoir spans his triumphant recovery from a tragic accident to his gripping 932-mile solo crossing of Antarctica. Prior to December 2018, no individual had ever crossed the landmass of Antarctica alone, without support and completely human powered. Yet, Colin O'Brady was determined to do just that, even if, ten years earlier, there was doubt that he'd ever walk again normally. From the depths of a tragic accident, he...
5) Brain blitz
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"Tony Andia is the Peabody football team's starting quarterback. After he hits the ground hard during a game he just isn't himself. His friend Artie thinks Tony might have a concussion. Artie thinks he should tell Coach Joh. But should he get involved?"--
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"Sports are fun activities that help kids get outside, exercise, and learn to work together on a team. But they can also cause serious injuries such as concussions and broken bones. Some people argue sports are essential to a healthy childhood, while others say that avoiding certain sports can keep kids safe. This hot topic is examined from both sides in this book. Readers will look at arguments for and against certain sports. Fact boxes and a graphic...
7) Over & out
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Camp confidential volume 10
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Having broken her leg practicing for the annual Color Wars competition, Jenna's misery is compounded when she is falsely accused of pulling a series of pranks that could get her sent home, and so, with little to lose, she begins planning her revenge.
8) Blow out
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Lacy spent the winter recovering from a knee injury that still gives her nightmares. Raven is a tough-as-nails player who plays the same position as Lacy-and she's going after Lacy's starting spot.
11) Bethany Hamilton
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Shares details on the life of the young woman who lost her arm in a shark attack, but continued to pursue her dream of surfing.
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Sports are fun, but they can be dangerous, too. As more information becomes available about concussions and other injuries, many people have wondered if certain sports, such as football, are too dangerous for kids to play. People often have strong opinions about this topic, and readers are introduced to these opinions in a way that enhances their critical-thinking skills. The facts readers need to develop their own informed opinion are included in...
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The spotlight on sports is brighter than ever, and the focus isn't just on the scores. This title takes a critical look at a challenging issue within the sports world, providing history and context while also examining key factors in the issue and how it is being addressed. This title is balanced and straightforward, and uses numerous examples to illuminate the issue. With a glossary, primary source sidebars, and additional resources, this title will...
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"Passing out or feeling light-headed is no joke when playing sports -- it could be a serious sign of an injury or illness. In this book, readers learn what to do if they have problems with fainting or just feeling dizzy. Whether it's a concussion, an illness like the flu, or something as simple as not eating enough, children need to know how to deal with fainting spells when they're on the field. Through scientific information and carefully worded...
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"Dental work is never fun, especially after an accident on the soccer field or basketball court. Whether a tooth is chipped or broken, any sort of dental injury requires immediate attention. Dealing with the pain and blood can be hard for young athletes, but this book will help them understand just what's happening in their mouth and what dentists need to do to help them get better. From minor capping and tooth fillings to root canals and more serious...
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"When ankles get twisted and turned, the end result might be a sprain. But what does this mean, and how does it get better? This book explores one of the most common sports injuries, helping young readers understand what happens when they need to take a time out to heal up from a sports injury. By learning the proper recovery methods and safety tips on the field, readers will get the most out of their recreation time and learn important lessons about...
18) Concussions
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"Describes issues surrounding concussions in sports, including what causes them, their affects, and how sports leagues are trying to prevent them. Includes critical "Think About It" questions and "Case Study" special features"--
20) Sports Injuries
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"By focusing on the controversies surrounding diseases and disorders, this 7-vol. set supports debate assignments and helps develop critical thinking skills, and also helps patients and family members learn about and deal with a disease or disorder. Each volume includes numerous color photos, charts, graphs and tables as well as a glossary of key terms, a chronology of developments relating to the disease or disorder, a bibliography to assist with...
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