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Author
Series
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Twelve-year-old Troy's uncanny gift for predicting football plays proves a powerful secret weapon for the Atlanta Falcons, but a seedy reporter with a vendetta suspects something is going on and sets out to shred the reputations of Troy and star linebacker Seth Halloway.
2) Kneel
Author
Language
English
Description
When his best friend is unfairly arrested and kicked off the team, Russell Boudreaux kneels during the national anthem in an effort to fight for justice and, in an instant, falls from local stardom to become a target of hatred.
The system is rigged. For guys like Russell Boudreaux, football is the only way out of their small town. As the teams varsity tight end, Rus has a singular goal: to get a scholarship and play on the national stage. But when...
3) Final season
Author
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Description
"With two all-star college football players for brothers and a former Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman for a father, it is only natural for sixth-grade quarterback Benjamin Redd to follow in their footsteps. However, after his dad receives a heartbreaking ALS diagnosis--connected to all those hard hits and tackles he took on the field--Ben's mom becomes more determined than ever to get Ben to quit football. Ben isn't playing just for himself though....
5) Football
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Football comes from rugby, which was first played in the United States in the 1840s. After changes were made to its rules and equipment, the game became known as football.
6) Lion & Lamb
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Philadelphia is in a state of shock over the fate of two hometown heroes: Eagles starting quarterback Archie Hughes, and his even more famous wife, Grammy-winning singer Francine Hughes. One spouse is murdered. The other is suspect #1. Even before the case hits the courtroom, it's the hottest ticket in town. For the defense: Cooper Lamb, private investigator to the stars. For the prosecution: Veena Lion, a sleuth so bright she's got to wear shades....
Author
Lexile measure
610L
Language
English
Description
Eighth-grade football hero Wallace Wallace is sentenced to detention attending rehearsals of the school play where, in spite of himself, he becomes wrapped up in the production and begins to suggest changes that improve not only the play but his life as well.
Wallace Wallace wont lie, even if it means detention. And after he handed in a scorching book report of the classic novel, Old Shep, My Pal, detention is just what hes been handed. He is sure...
10) Catch that pass!
Author
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
Description
Everyone knows Jim will be the star linebacker on the team if he can only conquer his fear of being tackled, but it takes a boy in a wheelchair to teach him that kind of courage.
11) Tales from the Minnesota Vikings sideline: a collection of the greatest Vikings stories ever told
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Formats
Description
Take a journey from the infant stages of football in Minnesota up through the Vikings' four Super Bowl appearances in Bill Williamson and Eric Thompson's Tales from the Minnesota Vikings Sideline.
For more than fifty years, the Vikings have established themselves as one of the premier teams in the NFL. Perhaps the most successful team to never win a Super Bowl, the Vikings have nevertheless harbored a rich tradition of winning football.
Now fans...
12) Between Sundays
Author
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Formats
Description
Three people--self-centered star quarterback Aaron Hill; pro football player Derrick Anderson, who has strayed from God; and social worker Megan Gunn, struggling to adopt a little boy--are brought together during a season of hope, self-discovery, and faith.
Author
Publisher
The Childs World
Pub. Date
[2015].
Lexile measure
670L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Minnesota Vikings one of the most popular and exciting teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section...
14) Hit count
Author
Lexile measure
830L
Language
English
Description
"Arlo Brodie loves being at the heart of the action on the football field, and while his dad cheers him on, his mother quotes head injury statistics and refuses to watch, but Arlo's winning plays, the cheering crowds, and the adrenaline rush are enough to convince him that everything is OK, in spite of the pain, the pounding, the dizziness, and the confusion." -- Provided by publisher.
15) Speed receiver
Author
Series
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Andrew trains with his older brother to improve his leg strength and build more speed so he can lead his team to victory against the Lions.
16) Unstoppable
Author
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"If anyone understands the phrase 'tough luck,' it's Harrison. As a foster kid in a cruel home, he knows his dream of one day playing for the NFL is a long shot. Then Harrison's luck seems to change. He is brought into a new home with kind, loving parents--his new dad is even a football coach. Harrison's big build and his incredible determination quickly make him a star running back on the junior high school team. In no time, he's practically unstoppable....
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
810L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Arizona Cardinals one of the most entertaining teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on...
18) Tennessee Titans
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
700L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Tennessee Titans one of the most entertaining teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on...
19) Punter's pride
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Nolan is the highly skilled punter of his school team, but he is less sure about taking over another position when their quarterback goes down--especially since he is also running for class president, and his competition for election is Tony, a linebacker on the team who is constantly belittling punters.
20) Baltimore Ravens
Author
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
710L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Baltimore Ravens one of the most exciting teams in the NFL. Readers will get a glimpse into the league, the team's history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a look at the parts of a football field, a section on common...