Children's / Teenage general interest: Ball games & sports

Originally a way for bored shepherds to pass the time, via a first international in New York in 1844, to an estimated 60 million players worldwide today - it's no surprise that cricket is the second most popular sport in the world. Full of jokes, cartoons, fun facts and spotlight on famous cricke...

Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important cricket skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from batting to bowling and fielding.

What lights up a stadium? A match! Which athletes are the warmest? Long jumpers! How do footballers stay cool? They play close to the fans! Kids will fall over laughing at these sporty jokes, perfect for celebrating the Olympics!

The first in a series of chapter books all about sports, with cartoons, player tips, irreverent explanations, fascinating facts, and funny stories! The aim is to teach kids about sports, but with a light touch that highlights the spirit of the game as well as the rules. Launching alongside this t...

In this collection of true stories, discover the secrets of 50 cricket superstars, from sporting legends to modern heroes. Uncover the most exciting and inspiring accounts of success, failure, injury and bravery. Learn the ins and outs of the game, with fascinating facts, player profiles and top ...