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Think a soccer match begins with the opening kickoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional soccer—from prepping the pitch and cleaning cleats to player escorts and jersey swaps. This fast-paced, fact-filled book will give soccer fans, young and old, a brand-new perspective on major league soccer.

Have you ever wondered what steps firefighters take when fighting a fire? Pull on your turnout gear and hop in the truck! You're on your way to fighting a fire, step by step.

Ever wish you could chomp like a crocodile? Step into Jace's life, as he transforms into the giant reptile. Dive in and learn all about a crocodile's habitat, body, superpowers, and more—all from a crocodile's perspective.

Underdog miracles, dynasty defeats, and much more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time greatest upsets in sports history.

Trolls have trampled through popular fairy tales for many years. Have you ever wondered what trolls look like, where they hide out, or why they like darkness? Listen to this book to find out the truth about trolls.

Championship titles, fame, and huge cash prizes await the very best players. But it takes a lot of hard work to become the best. Learn all about first-person action game esports leagues and what it takes to compete full-time as a professional esports gamer.

You don't need to be pro boxer, wrestler, or MMA fighter in real life to make big money in the ring. With plenty of practice, quick reflexes, and creative moves, players of Super Smash Bros., Street Fighter, and other fighting games can hit the big-time on the esports scene.

Game-ending errors, on-the-court meltdowns, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time worst fails in sports history. Listen to game-ending errors, on-the-court meltdowns, and more in this epic book of fails. Missing this book would be an epic failure for any sports fan.

Wally Featherby loves animals. He has several pets, including a frog, a tarantula, a hedgehog named Mimi, and a parrot named Golly. But one day while teaching Golly to say Mimi’s name, something strange happens. His family starts claiming to see Mimi all over the house, even though she’s still in his room. Wally’s friend, Axado, even calls to say Mimi is in her yard.

Marisa and Lorenzo Conchito and their friends want to make an old-fashioned vampire movie. Luckily their friend Jeff knows just the place to film it. His uncle Felix was an actor in several old horror movies, and his creepy old mansion is the perfect location. Felix is happy to let them film their movie at his house. He has just one rule: “Don’t go in the basement!”

So what if her arms are extremely short? Julie the T-rex wants to be a knight, and she's ready to prove herself to the king. Discussion questions, an interactive look-and-find section, and dinosaur facts complete this fun audiobook from the Dinosaur Dreams series.

Gary the Stegosaurus wants to be a pirate. But when he gets the chance, things do not work out. Getting seasick is the least of Gary's worries once he's on that ship!

It’s a monster with sharp claws and pointy fangs. It howls at the moon as it hunts for its next meal. Stories of werewolves have been told all around the world. Is it possible the legends are true?

If I were the president, I would be Commander in Chief. I would help keep the country safe. I would also play tennis on my own court. Dream big, and see what fun it is to be the president.

Dragons have roared their way through popular fairy tales for many years. Have you ever wondered why dragons look the way they do, where they might hide, or how they scare their enemies? Journey through this book to find out the truth about dragons.

They're walking dead people who are dazed and confused! Stories of zombies are in many parts of the world. Is it possible the legends are true?

If I were a ballerina, I would wear pointe shoes. I would stretch my legs and leap across the stage! Dream big, and see what fun it is to be a ballerina.

When Cam’s family decides to go to a luau during their vacation in Hawaii, he decides to stay behind to play some video games in the hotel. Lost in gaming euphoria, Cam slowly begins to realize that the rumbling noises aren’t coming from the TV—the entire hotel is shaking. Cam glances out the window of his hotel room just in time to see the nearby “inactive” volcano explode.

Andy and her twin brother Tony are four-wheeling in the woods near their family cabin when they notice the sky has turned a sickly shade of green. Moments later, the sky erupts into a raucous thunderstorm and they’re forced to take cover beneath an abandoned Ranger tower. When the sky grows eerily calm, they quickly get back on their four-wheelers and race home - only to find a massive funnel cloud blocking their way. The twins dodge falling trees and debris in search of shelter only to face an even bigger dilemma.

It was a beautiful, mythical city sparkling with riches. But many years ago, a huge wave washed away the entire city. Is it possible the legend of Atlantis is true?