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81) Naomi Osaka
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Born in the US and raised in a Haitian and Japanese household, Naomi Osaka is the first Asian player to hold the top ranking for singles tennis. Learn how she became a rising star in the tennis world.
82) Kris Bryant
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Kris Bryant helped the Chicago Cubs win the World Series after just two seasons with the team. In 2016 he hit thirty-nine home runs and was named National League Most Valuable Player. Bryant has had lots of success, but he says he wants to get even better. He'll do that by working out and practicing in the batting cage as he has since he was a kid. Read more about Bryant's impressive career and his life both on and off the field.
83) Coco Gauff
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
At only sixteen years old, tennis prodigy Coco Gauff has played in the most prestigious tournaments in her sport. And she's just getting started! Learn all about tennis's newest star in this high-action book.
84) Pete Alonso
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso hit it out of the park during his 2019 rookie season playing Major League Baseball (MLB). The slugger won the Home Run Derby and also hit the most homers in the league that year.
85) Clayton Kershaw
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Los Angeles Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw is one of Major League Baseball's best pitchers. He received the Cy Young Award in 2011 and 2013 and pitched a no-hitter in 2014. Clayton's powerful left arm brought him to the top.
86) American Pharoah
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In 2015, racehorse American Pharoah won the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and finally the Belmont Stakes to become the first Triple Crown winner since 1978. The three-year-old horse with the misspelled name thrilled racing fans with his powerful and graceful running. As the 12th Triple Crown winner in history and the first in 37 years, American Pharoah joined an elite group of champions. Read all about the life of a legendary racehorse.
87) Christian Yelich
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Outfielder Christian Yelich was a solid but unspectacular player for the Miami Marlins from 2013 to 2017. Then he joined the Milwaukee Brewers in 2018 and won the National League Most Valuable Player award. Follow Yelich's rise to baseball superstardom.
88) Sloane Stephens
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
All-court tennis phenom Sloane Stephens is ranked fourth in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) with six singles titles and one US Open Championship. Read all about this WTA superstar!
89) Bryce Harper
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Bryce Harper always wanted to play Major League Baseball (MLB). He left high school after his sophomore year to chase his dream. The move paid off when he was chosen by the Washington Nationals as the first pick in the 2010 MLB draft. In 2013, Bryce became the youngest position player in National League (NL) history to start in an All-Star Game. Bryce's swing has been compared to Babe Ruth's, so the sky is the limit for his future. Learn more about...
90) Dustin Pedroia
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has had a big baseball career. Named the American League's Rookie of the Year in 2007 and Most Valuable Player in 2008, he helped the Sox win the World Series in 2007 and 2013.
91) Miguel Cabrera
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Miguel Cabrera always knew that he wanted to be a baseball player. He grew up next to a baseball field in Venezuela, and most of his family played the game. Miguel became a star with the Florida Marlins, helping the team win the World Series in 2003. He was traded to the Detroit Tigers in 2008 and has become one of the most-feared sluggers in the game. In 2012, Miguel became the first player in 45 years to win the Triple Crown in the American League....
92) Robinson Cano
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano is one of baseball's biggest superstars. In 2009, Robinson helped the New York Yankees win the World Series. He has won the Silver Slugger award as the top-hitting second baseman in the American League an incredible five times and has also been voted to the All-Star Game six times. Robinson joined the Seattle Mariners in 2014, and he continues to be one of the smoothest-swinging and most popular athletes...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In his first MLB season, shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. joined the San Diego Padres as one of baseball's top prospects. Sports fans will be thrilled reading this high-action book about one of baseball's rising stars.
94) Mookie Betts
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Right fielder Mookie Betts is the only player in Major League Baseball (MLB) history to win a Gold Glove, a Silver Slugger, an American League Most Valuable Player (MVP), and the World Series in one season. Get to know this Boston Red Sox star!
95) Cool Indy Cars
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English
Description
With exciting photos and information about Indy car parts, races, and the history of the Indianapolis 500, this title is sure to please fans of cars and auto sports!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Robert Griffin III is one of the most exciting young quarterbacks in the National Football League (NFL). Few quarterbacks in the world have Robert's remarkable combination of running speed and strong throwing arm. In Robert's first NFL season in 2012, he led the Washington Redskins to a 10-6 record. The team made the playoffs for the first time in five years. Follow Robert's journey from his childhood living on U.S. Army bases to the top of the football...
97) Cool Stock Cars
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English
Description
Exciting photos and engaging text tell readers all about stock cars, from stock car parts and NASCAR races to the history of stock cars.
100) Cool Pickup Trucks
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Language
English
Description
Engaging photos and text welcome readers to the world of pickup trucks, from what parts the vehicles have to truck races and truck history.
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