World of Sport
Published on 21. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
64 pages
978-1-83587-865-1 (ISBN)
Description
There is a whole world of sports to discover!
Which sports were played at the very first Olympic Games?
What do the different colour jerseys mean in the Tour de France?
How on earth do you throw a gumboot?
Everywhere on our planet where people can be found, there are different sports that we love to play and compete in, too. From the very first Olympic Games to the modern version we play today, explore all kinds of sports from around the world, including ball sports, gymnastics, athletics, water sports, extreme sports and so much more! Find out how each sport came to be, where in the world it originated and, most importantly, how to play. Featuring more than 100 adrenaline-pumping sports from every corner of the globe, this book will make you sweaty!
Bursting with colour and fascinating facts, the World of... series looks at what we have in common, and celebrates our differences. Also look out for World of Food.
Which sports were played at the very first Olympic Games?
What do the different colour jerseys mean in the Tour de France?
How on earth do you throw a gumboot?
Everywhere on our planet where people can be found, there are different sports that we love to play and compete in, too. From the very first Olympic Games to the modern version we play today, explore all kinds of sports from around the world, including ball sports, gymnastics, athletics, water sports, extreme sports and so much more! Find out how each sport came to be, where in the world it originated and, most importantly, how to play. Featuring more than 100 adrenaline-pumping sports from every corner of the globe, this book will make you sweaty!
Bursting with colour and fascinating facts, the World of... series looks at what we have in common, and celebrates our differences. Also look out for World of Food.
Reviews / Votes
This snazzy production works. It works because it is inclusive, not just in the choice of sports, but in the illustrative style. . .World of Sport will appeal to those who aren't 'sporty', as much as to those with active ambitions; as much to six-year-olds as to upper primary children. Highly recommended. * ReadingZone * Ideal for children aged 8-12, it provides a comprehensive look at the diverse world of sport, promoting cultural understanding, physical activity and inclusivity. . . ideal for KS2 libraries. * The School Reading List * This high-energy, inspirational book is guaranteed to make you work up a sweat! * Yorkshire Evening Post *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Chichester
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Dimensions
Height: 215 mm
Width: 281 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
314 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83587-865-1 (9781835878651)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Lawrence Alexander (Author)
Lawrence Alexander is a freelance journalist and author, writing, over the past 20-odd years, hundreds of articles; for all the broadsheets and over 60 magazines and journals. Their non-fiction books for children explore the world in different ways, from food to sports, mythology, myths and culture.
Violeta Noy (Illustrator)
Violeta is an illustrator from Barcelona who makes books, prints and websites. She studied Fine Art at Universitat de Barcelona and has an Illustration MA from Falmouth University. Her first picture book The Right One was published by Templar in 2018. Violeta collaborates with Nuria Pla under the name of Tandem.
She is also scared of outer space and the deep sea.
Lawrence Alexander is a freelance journalist and author, writing, over the past 20-odd years, hundreds of articles; for all the broadsheets and over 60 magazines and journals. Their non-fiction books for children explore the world in different ways, from food to sports, mythology, myths and culture.
Violeta Noy (Illustrator)
Violeta is an illustrator from Barcelona who makes books, prints and websites. She studied Fine Art at Universitat de Barcelona and has an Illustration MA from Falmouth University. Her first picture book The Right One was published by Templar in 2018. Violeta collaborates with Nuria Pla under the name of Tandem.
She is also scared of outer space and the deep sea.