Go Extreme!

Skateboarding has ebbed and flowed in popularity over the past 50 years. But since it was added to the Summer Olympics in 2020, it's back in the spotlight-and daring readers are going to wonder how they can get to the vert ramp! In this book, readers follow the path of some skateboarding legends, from skating in the streets to the biggest stages in the sport. Full-color photographs capture big moves and moments, inspiring readers to keep working hard and learning safely. The risk to go pro is a big one, and this encouraging but realistic volume reaches even reluctant and struggling readers.

Snowboarding has been the highlight of the Winter Olympics for more than two decades, showing off some of the most daring, risk-taking, and extreme athletes in the sports world. From Shaun White to Lindsay Jacobellis, pro snowboarders are fearless, but they also work hard and innovate. In this book, readers find out how these greats got into the sport and some possible paths the pros have taken to success in their sport. Full-color photographs highlight awesome moves and moments from pro snowboarders over the years.

For a professional surfer, there's nothing more important than chasing the waves. From Hawaii to New Zealand, these athletes are constantly on the move to find the best wave and compete in daring tournaments all over the world. It may seem glamourous, but pro surfing is hard, if rewarding. Readers dive into the world of pro surfing in this book, written with achievable main content perfect for reluctant or struggling readers. Full-color photographs accompany the text to show readers the beauty and uncertainty of the biggest waves around.

Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen was only 17 years old when he competed in his first race. Though he was the youngest ever, his story shows that today's middle schoolers could be the race car drivers on the world stage in just a few years! This book, written especially with reluctant or struggling readers in mind, guides readers through possible paths they could take to pro-racing success. Including NASCAR, Formula 1, and IndyCar examples, the main content is encouraging, offering actionable steps young readers could take today to start their journey to the Daytona 500 or Le Mans.

All pro mountain bikers have a few things in common. They love adventure; they love the outdoors; and they love to go fast! This extreme sport is one of the most accessible to begin for young readers who already enjoy riding bikes! In this book, readers learn how to get started mountain biking and how to take their training to the next level, as well as the paths some of the great pro mountain bikers have taken to get success. Full-color photographs highlight the daring spirit of pro mountain bikers and accompany main text written especially for reluctant or struggling readers.

A mix of theater, athletics, and a rock concert, there's nothing quite like going to a professional wrestling show. From the entrance music and pyrotechnics to high-flying, off-the-top-rope moonsaults, it's easy to see why kids would aspire to get into the business! This book takes even reluctant readers on the ride those who want to be pro wrestlers take through training, backyard wrestling, indie promotions, and of course, big companies like AEW and WWE. Inspirational stories of success are included throughout, accompanied by full-color photographs of some of today's greats of pro wrestling.