Sports Illustrated Kids: Sports Talk
Series of 4 titles
Ever heard of a "frozen rope" in baseball? What about a "dime" in basketball? Discover the meaning of these terms and more in SIK: SPORTS TALK! Created in partnership with Sports Illustrated Kids, this nonfiction series presents wacky lingo and puzzling phrases from the worlds of pro and collegiate sports. Learn more about the origins of these unique words and phrases--from hockey's "5-hole" to "icing" in football--and discover how superstar athletes use them on game days. With action-packed photos and rapid-fire text, young sports fans will enjoy these books from the first page to the final buzzer.