Scandiffio, Laura.
Summary: An eloquent survey of a variety of martial arts including judo, jujitsu, karate, kung fu, tai chi, aikido, and kendo.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Annick Press 2003
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 796.8 SCAKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship from UFC1, the launch of The Ultimate Fighter and the first female competitors, to today's competitions in 43 events with 12 weight classes. The title includes major UFC events and fighters. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROTometich, Annabelle
Summary: Presents information on mixed martial arts, including basic skills, training, competitions, and safety.
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Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone/Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.8 TOMKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the female fighters of mixed martial arts from the first sanctioned women's MMA fight to the first woman to sign with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the biggest upset in UFC history. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the legends of mixed martial arts including the pioneers of the sport, female and male Greatest of All Time (GOATs), and the sport's greatest fights, knockouts, and submissions. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROCorso, Phil
Summary: "The martial art of tae kwon do is based on more than 5,000 years of Korean tradition. It's a combat system that focuses not only on physical performance but also on mental and spiritual wellness. The name of this martial art loosely means foot, fist, and discipline, and tae kwon do combines the strength of the body with the agility of the mind. Today, tae kwon do is a popular martial art for...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.815 CORWells, Garrison.
Summary: A discussion of mixed martial arts covers its history and culture, moves, equipment, and competitive aspects.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications Company 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.815 WELSummary: Martial arts are extremely popular today, and teens will be captivated by the history of the fighting sports. This volume takes a look at kung fu and tai chi chuan in China; the practices of the Japanese samurai warriors as well as jujitsu, judo, sumo, and karate; and the global rise of martial arts from muay Thai in Thailand and capoeira in Brazil to the Mixed Martial Arts that are now so...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services 2015
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 796.4 MARShaffer, Jody Jensen.
Summary: Introduces readers to Ninja warriors, including their history and famous battles, uniforms and weapons, and training and tactics.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Childs World 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J932 CHICastellano, 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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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Sport Dare CastellanoKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the fighting styles of mixed martial arts such as boxing, kickboxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, karate, and taekwondo. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROTonatiuh, Duncan
Summary: "A meia lua whooshed in the air. The strike was evaded and followed with an aú. Two young men were playing capoeira in the middle of the roda. Bimba wanted to play, too. Although it is debated when and where capoeira--an art form that blends martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music, and spirituality--originated exactly, one thing is certain: in the early 20th century, Brazil was the only country...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 792.8 TONKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the history of mixed martial arts as it evolved to include pankration from ancient Greece, Asian martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and other fighting styles, and examines the growth of mixed martial arts from individual fights to the establishment of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines training for mixed martial arts competitions such as cardio, muscle building, weight cutting, recovery, nutrition, and physical and mental health. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROJohnson, Nathan J.
Summary: Few martial arts have gained as much national attention in recent years as kickboxing and mixed martial arts. The power punching and intense grappling of nationally-televised MMA matches has taken this multi-attack discipline from the gym to the screen. Kickboxing, however, can also be a great workout even without the combat, and this book shows many of the techniques and skills that can make...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mason Crest 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Sports JamesMapua, Jeff
Summary: Martial arts can improve more than just physical fitness. It can make practitioners think about their body, movements, and mental reactions in entirely new ways. This book explores karate, kung fu, and tae kwon do. Readers will learn about flexibility, balance, and how to get back on their feet after taking a hit. Learning to fall gracefully is half the battle. This guidebook also explores the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.8 MAPPallotta, Jerry
Summary: "Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bindup of four books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, insects, and birds to satisfy all kinds of animal fans, including Rattlesnake vs. Secretary Bird, Lobster vs. Crab, Jaguar vs. Skunk, and Green Ants vs. Army Ants. Kids will learn about each...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2023
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1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: J 590 PALKalman, Bobbie.
Summary: By introducing young readers to the colors of foods also teaches about healthy eating, as eating fruits and vegetables in as many colors of the rainbow as possible every day helps people get all the important vitamins.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Pub. 2011
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1 available in Juvenile World Languages, Call number: J SPANISH 612.3 KALRusch, Elizabeth
Summary: "Una historia real sobre un científico contemporáneo que salvó la capa de ozono y el planeta, evitando un desastre en el medioambiente. Mario Molina es un científico mexicoamericano y un héroe de nuestros días que ayudó a resolver la crisis de la capa de ozono de la década de 1980. Se crió en la Ciudad de México y desde niño sintió curiosidad por los mundos ocultos que estudiaba a través de un...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Charlesbridge 2019