How Basketball Works - Softcover

Thomas, Keltie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1897066198 ISBN 13: 9781897066195

Publisher: Owlkids, 2005

Synopsis

Discover the science of basketball!
The third book in the How Sports Work series, How Basketball Works follows the highly successful How Hockey Works and How Baseball Works.
Keltie Thomas’s energetic style of writing, and Greg Hall’s witty illustrations complement each other once again. This slam dunk team now presents an enthusiastic look into the science of basketball.
A lively, vibrant design comes together with charismatic illustrations and striking photos of pro players past and present. Engaging running text is complemented by "Quick Hit" factoids, "Star" highlights with stories of the pros, "Tips" providing hints for improving your own game, and fun "Try This" activities to help develop related skills. "Legends of the Game" pages in each chapter put the spotlight on the most significant players and events in basketball’s history. A "Rules and Regs" section and glossary are jam-packed with the lowdown on the lingo and need-to-know information to make any reader an expert at the basics of the game.

About this title

About the Author

KELTIE THOMAS is a passionate sports fan and award-winning children’s science writer and editor. She is a former editor of OWL Magazine, and is the author of popular sports books such as How Baseball Works; Blades, Boards & Scooters; and Inside Hockey! She lives in Toronto.

Review

If your reader is into basketball, he or she will devour How Basketball Works. (Chronicle Herald)

From its bright, appealing cover to the fast-paced action inside, this book, the third in the “How Sports Work” series, is a slam dunk! Thomas’s writing style is fast-paced and lively, engaging the reader throughout the book. Jam-packed with information, this book not only demonstrates Thomas’s thorough knowledge of the game, but also her ability to combine history, science and sport and to select interesting stories about NBA players and teams. Abundant photos, diagrams and Hall’s often amusing illustrations, along with the vibrant colors and graphically appealing layout, perfectly complement the text. Enjoyable, entertaining and informative, this book is a sure winner! (CM Magazine: Canadian Review of Materials)

How Basketball Works [is] the third book to combine Keltie Thomas’ energetic style of writing with Greg Hall’s witty illustrations....This latest installment in the How Sports Works series starts with the basics — the basketball — then moves on to the science of refining your shots, the scoop on the jump shot, passing, blocking shots and more. (Edmonton Sun)

How Basketball Works contains a wealth of information on the game. The right combination of science, history, and entertainment blend neatly into a winning formula. (Matt Zeysing, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Springfield, MA)

From rules, to the best shoes, to how to get ‘game,’ your child will get an insider’s look at basketball... For fans of all ages. ***** (out of 5). (New Brunswick Reader)

Filled with fascinating factoids, need-to-know anecdotes, numerous sidebars, along with brightly colored photos and digital drawings, this Canadian book is an exciting look at the science and sport of basketball. (North Bay Nugget)

Overall this book is a great one – an excellent choice for school libraries looking to include a snazzy addition to the sports section. (Resource Links)

With a colorful, graphic layout and pop-culture narration, this appealing title is bursting with high-interest information...A witty, high-energy, encyclopedic look at the sport. (School Library Journal)

About this edition

• Publisher: Owlkids
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1897066198
• ISBN 13: 9781897066195
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64
• Illustrator: Hall Greg