Come along for a joy ride in this enthralling tribute to the daring women – Motor Girls, as they were called at the turn of the century – who got behind the wheel of the first cars and paved the way for change. The automobile has always symbolized freedom, and in this book we meet the first generation of female motorists who drove cars for fun, profit, and to make a statement about the evolving role of women. From the advent of the auto in the 1890s to the 1920s when the breaking down of barriers for women was in full swing, readers will be delighted to see historical photos, art, and artifacts and to discover the many ways these progressive females influenced fashion, the economy, politics, and the world around them.

Presents the facts and the fiction about the American icon who made herself famous for her shooting skills.

Looks at the history of the Olympic Games, from their origins in ancient Greece, through their rebirth in nineteenth-century France, to the present, highlighting the contributions of individuals to the Games' success and popularity.

Bright photos capture the excitement and drama of the diverse sports of the Winter Olympics with detailed stories on historical victories, great matches, and other memorable moments, such as the Jamaican bobsled team and the Soviet-American hockey match. By the author of Swifter, Higher, Stronger: A Photographic History of the Summer Olympics.

Details the life of the three-time NCAA champion, four-time All-American, and WNBA 1999 Rookie of the Year, from her start on the playgrounds of New York to her many achievements in high school, at the University of Tennssee, and during her rookie seasonin the WNBA.Details the life of the NCAA champion, All-American, and WNBA 1999 Rookie of the Year, from her start on the playgrounds of New York to her achievements in high school, at the University of Tennssee, and in the WNBA.

Featuring contributions from some of the best fiction writers and poets, a powerful collection of stories and poems captures the determination, competition, and energy of girls' sports today, from a summer camp crush that is put to the test during a tournament to a girl who uses soccer to channel her frustrations. 12,500 first printing. (view table of contents)

Describes the activities of the members of the AAGPBL, the women's professional league that existed between 1943 and 1954

An inspiring affirmation for every girl who plays a sport includes photographs and text which portray the joy and dedication of women participating in a variety of sports. By the author of Winning Ways.

When best friends Crystal and Hannah end up on different teams for a charity basketball game, it is up to Barbie to convince them that they owe it to themselves, their teammates, and the sponsor to play all out against each other, and that they can do sowithout harming their off-court friendship.When Crystal and Hannah end up on different basketball teams, it is up to Barbie to convince them that they should play all out against each other, while staying friends

Surveys the achievements of female athletes and teams who have had an impact on the world of sports, from bicyclists of the 1880s to today's stars. Reprint. AB. K. H.

More than one hundred black-and-white photographs chronicle the ever-growing social history of female athletes, from oil-smeared English Channel swimmers to the strong and talented ice-skaters of today.

Product Description: For 12 seasons, from 1943 to 1954, the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League captured America's attention with top-notch playing, and showed everyone that a woman's place was at home only when she was at bat, behind the plate, or scoring a run! ALA Best Book for Young Adults...read more

Describes the activities of the members of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, the women's professional baseball league that existed between 1943 and 1954