Magic vs. Bird in the NCAA Final

Gr 4–7—These appealing books connect milestone sporting events to history and social science. Through accessible prose, the authors discuss the circumstances and main players involved with each of these landmark moments. Tiger Woods also introduces Charlie Sifford, the first African American to play on the PGA tour, and Lee Elder, the first African American to play at the Masters in 1975. Sidebars add excerpts from primary sources, and each volume includes an enlightening time line. With US Women Win the World Cup, readers not only get information about standout players Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain—they'll also learn that the successful marketing campaign for the 1999 Women's World Cup drew a television audience of 17.9 million viewers. Some of these topics, such as Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier, have already been well covered. Nonetheless, these up-to-date and readable titles are strong choices for fans and report writers alike.