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Lionel Messi is a superstar soccer player. But what happens when he’s not scoring goals on the pitch? High-interest details of his fascinating life will enthrall listeners.

Mohamed Salah has competed at the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. His speed, smarts, and skill have made him a top player on soccer fields around the world. Meet this top-scoring footballer as he strikes at victory.

Cristiano Ronaldo is a standout professional soccer forward. Learn about his childhood and his rise to becoming a soccer superstar.

The national soccer teams of Mexico and the United States have a rivalry spanning decades. What made the teams fierce competitors? How are both country’s fans involved in keeping this rivalry going?

Behind every big-time soccer record is a dramatic story of how a player or team achieved greatness on the field. From mind-boggling goals to the greatest fingertip saves, here are the record-setting moments that will keep soccer fans tuned in for more.

Soccer (or football) is a popular and beloved sport all over the world. Discover the most talented goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards with Soccer Biographies for Kids. This lineup shows you what it takes to be one of the greats, with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players on the pitch.

How many players are on a football team? Why is a baseball white with red stitches? What are triathlons? You've got questions about sports, and Kids' Questions has answers!

Racing fans love to watch sports cars whirl around the track. Discover how these amazing machines have evolved from their early days and into some of the fastest cars on the track.

Growling engines, huge tires, and daring drivers all come together in a monster truck show. These giant trucks may weigh five tons and be 10 feet tall, but they can pull off some high-flying stunts. From high wheelies to one-on-one races, find out how these ground-shaking trucks impress audiences everywhere.

A brief introduction to the basic moves and plays of a soccer game.

It was the biggest event in the history of women's sports. And for the Americans, it came down to five kicks. After regulation play and two overtimes in the final game of the 1999 women's World Cup soccer match, the score was 0-0. Penalty kicks would decide the world champion. The Chinese and the Americans would each pick five players. One kick per player. With the score tied 4-4, the Americans had one more chance to win it all.

Get ready to amaze with these cheerleading skills and stunts. Learn basic arm positions, jumps, and tumbling moves. The tips throughout will give you all the information you need to put together a routine that will leave crowds amazed.

From mucking out stables, grooming, feeding, and even visits to the dentist, a lot goes into taking care of a horse.

Behind every long stride, high-flying pole vault, and perfectly controlled discus throw, science is at work. As a high jumper takes off, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. A discus thrower builds up momentum while spinning. Find out how science is involved in Olympic track and field events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.

A group of campers gather around a blazing fire. They toast marshmallows and breathe in the fresh outdoor air. Campers know that a successful camping trip takes skill and the right equipment. Get the inside information on tents, campsites, fire building, and the safety skills you'll need to enjoy a night in the great outdoors.

Reaching speeds of 230 miles per hour, Indy cars are the fastest automobiles on the world’s racecourses. But besides being speedy, Indy cars are modern technological marvels. Find out how even the tiniest tweaks can mean the difference between winning and losing.

Behind the flips, splashes, and speed of Olympic water sports, science is at work. Gravity and centrifugal force are at work as a diver spins and flips before splashing into the water. Olympic swimmers shave their bodies to reduce drag as they zip through the water. Find out how science is involved in all your favorite water events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.

Cristiano Ronaldo is the world's top soccer player. But what happens when he's not scoring on the pitch? High-interest details of his fascinating life will enthrall listeners.

Get out on the water and enjoy the sights and sounds of the great outdoors! Listeners will learn all about planning, paddling, and the gear they need to take a canoe trip. They’ll learn about safety and caring for the environment while enjoying an outdoor canoeing adventure!

The national soccer teams of Portugal and Spain have a rivalry spanning decades. What made the teams fierce competitors? How are both countries' fans involved in keeping this rivalry going?