(3) 4-6 SportsZone: Record Breakers series. Each of these titles contains well-written and engaging profiles of athletes who excelled in one aspect of their sport. The varied selection of featured players is pleasantly surprising, as some aren't huge media stars (e.g., John Stockton in Basketball and Bruce Smith in Football). Sharp, well-chosen photos of play action effectively complement the lively narratives. "Fun Facts" are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these SportsZone: Record Breakers titles: Olympics Record Breakers, Basketball Record Breakers, Football Record Breakers, Hockey Record Breakers, Soccer Record Breakers, and Baseball Record Breakers.

Reviewer: Jack Forman

(3) 4-6 SportsZone: Great Moments in Olympic Sports series. After a brief introduction to/history of the sport, each of these books covers memorable Olympic moments. Chapters focus on individual athletes and their inspiring stories of hard work, determination, and talent. Sidebars and captioned photos highlight additional events and competitors. Skating includes both figure skating and speedskating. "Great Olympians" and "Places to Visit" lists are appended. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these SportsZone: Great Moments in Olympic Sports titles: Great Moments in Olympic Skating, Great Moments in Olympic Snowboarding, Great Moments in Olympic Gymnastics, and Great Moments in Olympic Basketball.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan