Wild Waters

This title introduces readers to Wakeboarding. Readers will learn the requirements for Wakeboarding success, such as stance. A short history of the sport is included as are its risks and safety equipment. Different types of wakeboards are examined, as are their parts and how they operate. Elements of successful wakeboarding are discussed such as stance, speed, and rope length. Surface tricks, grabs and spins, flips and raleys are explained, and organizations that host major competitive are listed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Personal Watercraft. Different types of Personal Watercraft are examined, as are their parts and how they operate. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks and appropriate safety equipment. Competitive events such as Watercross, Freeriding, and Super Course are explained, including rules and judging. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Swimming in the Wild. Readers will learn the requirements for Swimming in the Wild success, such as not feeding, harming, and keeping an appropriate distance from the wildlife. A short history of the sport is included, as is an examination of the characteristics of common swimming companion animals such as dolphins, whales, sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Risks and swimmer safety are also discussed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Swimming in the Wild. Readers will learn the requirements for Swimming in the Wild success, such as not feeding, harming, and keeping an appropriate distance from the wildlife. A short history of the sport is included, as is an examination of the characteristics of common swimming companion animals such as dolphins, whales, sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Risks and swimmer safety are also discussed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Personal Watercraft. Different types of Personal Watercraft are examined, as are their parts and how they operate. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks and appropriate safety equipment. Competitive events such as Watercross, Freeriding, and Super Course are explained, including rules and judging. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Wakeboarding. Readers will learn the requirements for Wakeboarding success, such as stance. A short history of the sport is included as are its risks and safety equipment. Different types of wakeboards are examined, as are their parts and how they operate. Elements of successful wakeboarding are discussed such as stance, speed, and rope length. Surface tricks, grabs and spins, flips and raleys are explained, and organizations that host major competitive are listed. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Aqua Sports. Readers will learn the requirements for aqua sports success, such as practice, balance, strength, and the ability to swim. Crafts are discussed, such as the Aquaflyer, Jetlev-Flyer, Jetovator, Flyboard and Power Board, as are the skills needed to participate in each. Xtreme facts provide additional information on these exciting sports. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Aqua Sports. Readers will learn the requirements for aqua sports success, such as practice, balance, strength, and the ability to swim. Crafts are discussed, such as the Aquaflyer, Jetlev-Flyer, Jetovator, Flyboard and Power Board, as are the skills needed to participate in each. Xtreme facts provide additional information on these exciting sports. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Water Parks. A short history of water parks is included as are the components of effective water park design such as drop, curve, gravity, friction, and lubrication, and safety features. Notable water parks from around the world are examined including Noah's Ark, World Waterpark, Aldeia das Aguas Park Resort, Tropical Islands, and Walt Disney World's Blizzard Beach. Elements of a waterpark are highlighted, such as waterslides, wave pools, water coasters, surfing simulators, and water catapults. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Water Parks. A short history of water parks is included as are the components of effective water park design such as drop, curve, gravity, friction, and lubrication, and safety features. Notable water parks from around the world are examined including Noah's Ark, World Waterpark, Aldeia das Aguas Park Resort, Tropical Islands, and Walt Disney World's Blizzard Beach. Elements of a waterpark are highlighted, such as waterslides, wave pools, water coasters, surfing simulators, and water catapults. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Diving. Readers will learn the requirements for Diving success, such as precise timing and controlled body movement. Different types of dives are examined, such as Platform Springboard Synchronized and Cliff. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to Diving. Readers will learn the requirements for Diving success, such as precise timing and controlled body movement. Different types of dives are examined, such as Platform Springboard Synchronized and Cliff. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Youth participation in water sports is increasing, attendance at waterparks grows an average of three to five percent a year, and personal watercraft account for more than one-third of new recreational boat sales. Get in on the fun! Wild Water introduces young readers to today's most awesome water sports and activities. Action-packed, water-based adventures are captured in captivating close-up photos. Information on the sport or activity, as well as fun facts and tips, are presented in short, easy-to-read bursts of information. Experience the heart-racing fun of the world's most thrilling water parks, rides, sports, and activities in Wild Water! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.