Skateboarding
By: James Nixon
Series: First sport; First sport
Publisher: Franklin Watts
Published: 2014
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 24
ISBN-13: 9781445126340
Subjects: Non-Fiction 5+; Skateboarders; Juvenile literature; Sport; Skateboarding
Description: This is a simple, fun series that gives young readers a first look at popular sports and pastimes. Equipment, basic rules and keeping safe are all looked at, as well as learning more advanced skills and taking part in competitions. This book describes what it takes to be a top skater. Find out all about basic and more advanced moves and learn about the stunning tricks skaters can pull off.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: What is skateboarding?; title: The gear you need; title: Where to skate; title: Starting out; title: Making turns; title: The ollie; title: Flip tricks; title: Grinds and slides; title: Grabs; title: On the halfpipe.