Ollie's New Tricks

Ollie's New Tricks
Author: True Kelley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Dogs
ISBN: 9780545085267

Ollie is an old dog but he learns lots of new tricks by watching television.

Skateboarder's Start-Up

Skateboarder's Start-Up
Author: Doug Werner
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2010-07-30
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1458785394

Providing updated and revised chapters on safety, equipment, and basic skills, this instructional guide discusses the fundamentals of skateboarding. Presented in a helpful question and answer format, beginners will find information on buying a first board, where to plant one's feet, how to stay safe while learning new stunts, and the history of ...

A Secret History of the Ollie

A Secret History of the Ollie
Author: Craig B. Snyder
Publisher: Pioneers of Skateboarding
Total Pages: 912
Release: 2015-02-28
Genre: Popular culture
ISBN: 9781930287006

Every culture has a creation myth, and skateboarding is no different. The Ollie forged a new identity for skateboarding after its invention in the 1970s, and it lies at the root of nearly every significant move in street skating today. This groundbreaking no-handed aerial has also affected the evolution of surfing and snowboarding, and has left a permanent impression upon popular culture and language. This, then, is the story of the Ollie, the history and technology that set the stage for its creation, the pioneers who made it happen, and the skaters who used it to start a revolution.

How Did I Get Here?

How Did I Get Here?
Author: Tony Hawk
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2010-09-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0470930217

The most famous skateboarder ever shares the business secrets to his success! He's the man who put skateboarding on the map. He's the first to land a 900 (two and a half full rotations). He's also among the richest pitchmen in any sport. And, in a sport that's especially youth-oriented, Tony Hawk, a 40-something father of four, still connects with his audience by staying true to who he is. Moving easily between the ramp and the boardroom, Tony currently runs one of the most acclaimed action sports companies, a clothing line, and video game series bearing his name that has sold over $1 billion worldwide, making it the biggest selling action sports game franchise in game history. He has secured endorsement deals with major brands such as McDonalds, Intel, T-Mobile and Kohl's; started the Boom Boom HuckJam action sports tour; and achieved worldwide acclaim from the ESPN X Games. Filled with Tony's typical modesty and humor, How Did I Get Here? tells the amazing story behind Tony Hawk's unprecedented success from skateboarder to CEO, and the secrets behind his lasting appeal. You'll find out how authenticity has served him well in all his achievements. You'll also understand how his story has shaped many of his fundamental values, including his huge desire to win and his strong sense of realism. Get the inside story of Tony Hawk beyond the skateboard as he answers the question: How Did I Get Here?

Fun and Games: Extreme Parks: Angles

Fun and Games: Extreme Parks: Angles
Author: Cathleen D'Alessandro
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2017-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1480759449

Students will develop their math skills as they analyze the angles found in extreme sports parks from around the world. This book seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach geometry concepts. Text features include a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to increase students’ vocabulary and reading comprehension skills as they interact with the text. The rigorous practice problems, math charts and diagrams, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they’ve learned to their everyday lives. Math Talk provides an in-depth opportunity for further thinking, requiring the use of higher-order thinking skills.

Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk
Author: Brian Wingate
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2002-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780823936519

A biography of Tony Hawk, the man who has invented numerous skateboarding moves and interested many, many people in this sport over the past twenty years.

Fun and Games: Extreme Parks: Angles 6-Pack

Fun and Games: Extreme Parks: Angles 6-Pack
Author:
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2017-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1425855857

Help students explore mathematics in a meaningful way with this 6-Pack of math readers that integrates math and literacy skills and combines informational text, problem-solving, and real-world connections. Students will take a close look at the angles in skate parks, BMX parks, and amusement parks and become comfortable working with right angles, acute angles, obtuse angles, and straight angles. Fascinating images of extreme sports parks and clear mathematical charts and diagrams help make learning mathematics simple, engaging, and fun. The book includes text features such as a glossary, index, bold print, and a table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The extensive Problem Solving section and Let's Explore Math sidebars provide numerous opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section facilitates mathematical discourse and higher-order thinking skills with questions that students can respond to at school or home. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.

Skateboarding

Skateboarding
Author: Steve Badillo
Publisher: Tracks Publishing
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2003
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1884654193

Contains photographic sequences with narrative text that describe thirty-four skateboarding tricks, including old school, spine, and new school stunts, and includes an interview with skateboarder and coach Steve Badillo.

Mastering Skateboarding

Mastering Skateboarding
Author: Per Welinder
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 391
Release: 2011-11-22
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1492582670

Ever watched pro skaters and wished you knew how they were able to pull off the tricks that you see? If so, then MasteringSkateboarding is the resource for you! Two-time world champion skateboarder Per Welinder teams up with longtime skateboard advocate Peter Whitley to bring you the techniques and tricks used by the pros. But the information doesn’t stop there. Welinder and Whitley also provide in-depth coverage of skateboarding equipment, including how to select the components that work best for you and how to build and tune a board that fits your individual riding style. Packed with 88 tricks, this full-color guide is the only resource you’ll ever need to pull off the moves you’ve dreamed of performing. Whether you ride street or vert, competitive or recreational, Mastering Skateboarding has you covered. Add this one-of-a-kind resource to your collection and you’ll soon be ready to put your new skills on display!

Fat Ollie's Book

Fat Ollie's Book
Author: Ed McBain
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2003-11-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780743410335

While investigating a councilman's murder with Kling and Carella, Fat Ollie's manuscript for a novel he is writing is stolen from a briefcase in his car.