A World-class Ice Skater

A World-class Ice Skater
Author: David Curtis Preston
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781403453679

Champions aren't born that way - they're made through hard work. Each inspirational and enlightening book in this series features close-up case studies of world-class athletes as it presents the training, techniques, and skills necessary to be a champion in each sport.

Figure Skating

Figure Skating
Author: John Misha Petkevich
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Total Pages: 287
Release: 1988-11-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1461664403

As a sport, an art, a fitness activity, nothing quite beats figure skating for excitement, grace, beauty, or fun. Now former U.S. Champion figure skater John Misha Petkevich shows how you can find your full potential as a figure skater no matter what your age or ability. The lavishly illustrated volume includes: Detailed instructional-photo sequences What to look for in skates, clothing, rinks, and instruction Getting started 6 basic turns that every figure skater should know 15 spins that you can master The keys to preforming 19 clasic figure skating jumps and splits

Kristi Yamaguchi

Kristi Yamaguchi
Author: Liza N. Burby
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Total Pages: 24
Release: 1997
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780823950652

Covers the life and achievements of the Olympic champion figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi.

Frozen Teardrop

Frozen Teardrop
Author: Lucinda Ruh
Publisher: SelectBooks
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2011
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1590792130

"World figure skating champion Lucinda Ruh, known as the "Queen of Spin" for her creative spinning and her holding of the Guinness world record for the longest spin on ice, tells her story of the harsh realities of the world of competitive figure skating to inspire young people to have the vision and strength to overcome adversity"--Provided by publisher.

Ice Skating

Ice Skating
Author: Michael Sandler
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2006-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1597162523

Looks at the life and accomplishments of the world-renowned figure skater.

Ice Dancing

Ice Dancing
Author: Claire Throp
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2018
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1515781895

There's more to ice dancing than beautiful costumes, awesome music, and the ability to skate. Learn the rules of the sport as well as the steps it takes to become an unstoppable athlete on ice.

Tara Lipinski

Tara Lipinski
Author: Emily Costello
Publisher: Starfire
Total Pages: 164
Release: 1998
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780553571363

The world title...the U.S. national title...the Olympic Gold Medal...Tara Lipinski took the skating world by storm when she captured the gold at both prestigious championships at age 14. Now Tara reigns as today's youngest and most spectacular figure skating champion. Her dazzling triple loop-triple loop combination--the first ever performed by a woman or a man in competition--has become her trademark jump. And Tara's artistry and exuberance always shine through. At every performance, the crowd goes wild! Overnight, Tara Lipinski has become the adored star of figure skating. In her autobiography, "Triumph On Ice, Tara talks about her love of skating; the hours of practice, her friend Todd Eldredge and their coach Richard Callaghan; her family; and her many accomplishments outside the skating world. Tara Lipinski's enormous talent and golden triumphs have propelled her to figure skating's premier spot. As the song she uses in her favorite exhibition routine says, she's "walking on sunshine."

A World-Class Boxer

A World-Class Boxer
Author: Don Wood
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2005
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781403453662

Introduces the professional sport of boxing, includes a brief history of the sport, describes the skills and tactics used, and lists some of the most successful boxers.