SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Amazing Baseball Records

by Thom STORDEN
9781491407400. ea vol: 32p. (Epic Sports Records). further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. Capstone. 2014. lib. ed. $25.99.
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Gr 3–7—These books effectively cover individual and team records, along with post-season and "Can You Believe It?" records. The latter are unusual, noteworthy, and sometimes infamous, as in most penalties racked up in a single game, held by hockey's Chris "Knuckles" Nilan. Relying upon simple, concise language, these titles are good choices for a range of readers. Photos are well matched, with clear labels, while "Epic Fact" insets call attention to key records. Crisp, active verbs describe Adrian Peterson's single-game, 296-yard rushing record ("[he] rambled. He galloped. He bulldozed. He smashed."). A glossary defines both sports-related terms such as rally or rookie as well as other words, such as tenacious. These well-crafted books should have wide appeal.
Reviewed by Marilyn Taniguchi , Nov 01, 2014

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