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Reds or Jets? / by Thompson, Kim,1970-; Curzon, Brett.;
This book focuses on: e (short e sound)Del and Jed are playing soccer for their two teams, on a sunny day at the beach. Text features high-frequency works, and words with the short e combined with selected consonants.
Subjects: Readers (Publications); Dyslexia-friendly books.; Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) Words.; Decodable books.; Phonics.; Spellings: e (short e sound).; Soccer; Friendship;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Ayenda. by Margolius, Marie,film director.; MSNBC Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by MSNBC Films in 2023.For a generation of Afghan women, education and opportunities were a given. Growing up post-Taliban meant they enjoyed a freedom their mothers never did. But that all changed in August 2021, when the Taliban regained power in Kabul. One group of women saw what was coming and made the difficult decision to leave their home and their families and, in the dark of night, escape for the security of a better life anywhere but there. Through the harrowing first person stories of the young women who make up the Afghan Women’s Soccer team, we experience the immediate day to day and personal impact of two decades of American foreign policy decisions (and failures).Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; Social sciences.; Physical education and training.; Foreign study.; Gender identity.; Documentary films.; Middle East.; Women's studies.; Current affairs.;
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I am extraordinary / by Curry, Stephen,1988-; Bowers, Geneva.;
In his sophomore picture book, NBA superstar Stephen Curry encourages kids to embrace the differences that make them extraordinary! It's the first day of school for Mila, a young girl with hearing loss who dreams of playing on her school's soccer team. But, self-conscious of her hearing aids, Mila is too nervous to try out. With the help of and perspectives from new friends, what begins as a bumpy, anxiety-filled start for Mila, soon transitions into an eye-opening experience about what it means to be different-and what it means to be extraordinary. I Am Extraordinary teaches kids how to look inside themselves to find self-acceptance and the confidence to achieve any goal.Ages 4-7.
Subjects: Picture books.; Disabilities; Sports; Deafness; Friendship;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Blue Lock. [graphic novel] / by Kaneshiro, Muneyuki,author.; Brown, Scott O.,letterer,illustrator.; Burgener, Chris,letterer.; Derr, Nate,translator.; Nomura, Yusuke,1987-illustrator.; translation of:Kaneshiro, Muneyuki.Buruu rokku.English.;
"It's the final round of the first selection and Team Z needs to win against Team V--the undefeated team of Wing 5--to survive! A triple threat awaits Isagi, including prodigy Seishiro Nagi, who only started playing soccer six months ago. Moreover, Team Z is still one man down after Kuon's brutal betrayal in the previous game. The odds are stacked against them as they enter the pitch, and Isagi and his teammates are becoming painfully aware of how weak they really are. In this end, is it all pointless? Or will desperation triumph over talent?."Rated: Older teen, 16+.
Subjects: Sports comics.; Graphic novels.; Manga.; Soccer players; Soccer; Soccer;
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Masters of modern soccer : how the world's best play the twenty-first-century game / by Wahl, Grant,author.;
"Masters of modern soccer is the definitive thinking fan's guide to modern soccer. For a supporter of any team, from the U.S. national teams to Manchester United, or any competition, from Mexico's Liga MX to the World Cup, this book reveals what players and managers are thinking before, during, and after games and delivers a true behind-the-scenes perspective on the inner workings of the sport's brightest minds. America's premier soccer journalist, Grant Wahl, follows world-class players from across the globe examining how they do their jobs. This access imbues Masters of modern soccer with deep insight from the players on how goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards function individually and as a unit to excel and win. Wahl also shadows a manager and director of soccer as they juggle the challenges of coaching, preparation, and the short- and long-term strategies of how to identify and acquire talent and deploy it on the field. A book that will stand the test of time, Masters of modern soccer is the most in-depth analysis of the craft of soccer ever written for the American fan. For any fan, player, coach, or sideline enthusiast, this book will change the way they watch the game"--
Subjects: Soccer.; Soccer players.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Omar rising / by Saeed, Aisha.;
"Omar knows his scholarship to Ghalib Academy Boarding School is a game changer, providing him<U+2014>the son of a servant<U+2014>with an opportunity to improve his station in life. He can't wait to experience all the school has to offer, especially science club and hopefully the soccer team; but when he arrives, his hopes are dashed. First-year scholarship students aren't allowed to join clubs or teams<U+2014>and not only that, they have to earn their keep doing menial chores. At first Omar is dejected<U+2014>but then he gets angry when he learns something even worse<U+2014>the school deliberately “weeds out” kids like him by requiring them to get significantly higher grades than kids who can pay tuition, making it nearly impossible for scholarship students to graduate. It's a good thing that in his favorite class, he's learned the importance of being stubbornly optimistic. So with the help of his tightknit new group of friends<U+2014>and with the threat of expulsion looming over him<U+2014>he sets out to do what seems impossible: change a rigged system. "--From publisher.LSC
Subjects: Boarding schools; Schools;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Blue Lock. [graphic novel] / by Kaneshiro, Muneyuki,author.; Brown, Scott O.,letterer.; Derr, Nate,translator.; Nomura, Yusuke,1987-illustrator.; translation of:Kaneshiro, Muneyuki.Buru rokku.English.;
After making it through the grueling Second Selection, Isagi and the remaining thirty-four strikers prepare for their next challenge, a match against the current U-20 Japan team. At stake: a chance to represent Japan on the world stage as part of the U-20 team. However, with only eleven spots available on the Blue Lock team, Isagi must first clear tryouts if he is to keep his dreams alive. Can he assert his place among the best of the best?!Rated: Older teen, 16+.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Manga.; Sports comics.; Soccer players; Soccer; Soccer; Strikers (Soccer);
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Blue Lock. [graphic novel] / by Kaneshiro, Muneyuki,author.; Brown, Scott O.,letterer.; Derr, Nate,translator.; Nomura, Yusuke,1987-illustrator.; translation of:Kaneshiro, Muneyuki.Buru rokku.English.;
The team of Isagi, Nagi, and Barou head to their next battle, where they face the team of Kunigami, Chigiri, and Reo. Isagi knows their victory will depend on the team's ability to gel with each other. Isagi and Nagi have a fluid synergy, but Barou seems to be chafing against his new teammates. Who will emerge victorious from the battle of egos?!Rated: Older teen, 16+.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Manga.; Sports comics.; Soccer players; Soccer; Soccer;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Blue Lock. [graphic novel] / by Kaneshiro, Muneyuki,author.; Brown, Scott O.,letterer.; Derr, Nate,translator.; Nomura, Yusuke,1987-illustrator.; translation of:Kaneshiro, Muneyuki.Buru rokku.English.;
Thanks to Ryusei Shidou's explosive entrance, the U-20 Japan team has seized the initiative in the second half. Just when things are looking dire for the Blue Lock Eleven, Ego produces his trump card, Shouei Barou. "King Barou" proceeds to rampage across the field, consuming friend and foe alike, but Rin and Isagi won't settle for supporting roles. Let the clash of leading actors begin!Rated: older teen, 16+.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Manga.; Shōnen manga.; Sports comics.; Soccer players; Strikers (Soccer); Soccer; Soccer;
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Blue Lock. [graphic novel] / by Kaneshiro, Muneyuki,author.; Brown, Scott O.,letterer.; Derr, Nate,translator.; Nomura, Yusuke,1987-illustrator.; translation of:Kaneshiro, Muneyuki.Buru rokku.English.;
Thanks to Barou's awakening, Isagi's team defeats the trio of Kunigami, Chigiri, and Reo. And the one that Isagi chooses to steal is ... ?! The new four-man team sets out for a rematch against the Top Three and Bachira. Will the "monster" that fuels Isagi's ego be enough to beat the prodigy striker Rin Itoshi?!Rated: Older teen, 16+.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Manga.; Sports comics.; Soccer players; Soccer; Soccer;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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