Castellano, Peter.
Summary: Mixed martial arts, or MMA, has a long history since it includes techniques from older fighting styles like tae kwon do, muay thai, and Greco-Roman wrestling. But the popular sport is truly a modern invention that may result in blood, sweat, and tears. Readers learn about the fearless fighters who enter the cage for each bout, as well as MMA history and the formation of the UFC. MMA safety and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2015
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Summary: Some say the legend of the werewolf may have come from a rare condition of abundant hair growth called hypertrichosis. However the stories began, they've persisted to present-day pop culture, continuously drawing in new audiences. Written in simple, clear language, all readers can explore the history of the werewolf myth. The main content includes all aspects of this high-interest topic,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2016
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Summary: Some say a fierce, hairless, doglike animal terrorizes livestock, draining them of their blood. Called the chupacabra, this animal is a legend derived from the sighting of a freaky creature in San Juan, Puerto Rico. But the original sighting and today's reports don't match up, and no conclusive evidence has ever been found about the chupacabra. Readers investigate the history of this creepy...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens 2016
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Summary: Likely the most physically difficult motorcycle sport, motocross challenges its riders with rough terrain and high-speed competition. With events taking place on courses 1 to 3 miles long, motocross riders need to have endurance as well as the fearlessness characteristic of daredevil athletes. Readers enter the fast-paced world of motocross through accessible language and exciting information...
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Summary: Many cultures have myths about dragons. From the Greek Chimera to the fire-breathing creature of medieval Europe, dragons have taken many forms throughout history. Readers learn all about these myths and legends and explore the significance to the cultures they come from. Fascinating fact boxes explore how the dragon myth came about, including the animals that likely influences their famous...
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Summary: There's a very clear line from Bram Stoker's Dracula to the glut of vampire stories available in bookstores today. However, tales of bloodsucking creatures predate Dracula and exist in the mythology of many cultures. Covering the history of the vampire myth as well as how it's used today, the main content engages even reluctant readers with a high-interest topic. Full-color photographs and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Pub. 2016