"Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers to the sport of tennis. Developed by literacy experts for students in grades two through five"--Provided by publisher.

Pickleball is a fun sport with a funny name. A U.S. Congressman invented the game one summer along with two of his friends in the 1960s. The sport combines parts of other games such as badminton, ping-pong, and tennis. Today, kids often play pickleball at summer camps. The USA Pickleball Association helps teach people about the sport both in the United States and beyond its borders.

Badminton is a great way to stay in shape and can be played socially or in amateur competition, this helpful guide will help any new players learn the rules that govern the game and the shots and tactics that will make you a demon to play.

Pickleball instructor Jeff Ofstedahl is an award-winning journalist and native Arizonan. As a high school engineering teacher, university adjunct professor, and NASA Education Ambassador, he was, drawn to the physics underlying the game of pickleball. In this book, Ofstedahl combines his love of science and the game into an easy-to-read examination of questions such as: How fast is the ball really moving? Is there a better angle for winning serves? How...

Filled with time-tested drills designed to improve every aspect of ones game, this updated edition is the ideal resource for any tennis player who wants to gain an edge on their competition. With more than 100 practice drills for both group and independent practice, readers will learn how to improve their serving, returning, groundstrokes, lobs, drop shots, approach shots, overheads, volleys, and much more. The singular, authoritative source for skill-enhancing...

This vintage book contains a guide to a variety of racquet sports, including volley ball, hand polo, lawn hockey, badminton, and more. With detailed instructions, information on rules and tips for playing, this volume is perfect for those with an interest in garden and lawn games, and it is not to be missed by collectors of vintage sporting literature.

Smashing serves on clay, grass, and hard courts, professional tennis players keep the ball in line no matter the playing surface. Serving up a ton of fun, this title follows the world's best tennis players through the Grand Slam circuit. Young readers are sure to think it's an ace!

Tennis can be played between two opposing players or between teams of two. Tennis courts can be made of grass, concrete, asphalt, or clay. Learn more in Tennis, a For the Love of Sports book. Each title in the For the Love of Sports series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows,...