High-Pressure Youth Sports

by Maryann Hudson

Overview

The spotlight on sports is brighter than ever, and the focus isn't just on the scores. This title takes a critical look at a challenging issue within the sports world, providing history and context while also examining key factors in the issue and how it is being addressed. This title is balanced and straightforward, and uses numerous examples to illuminate the issue. With a glossary, primary source sidebars, and additional resources, this title will keep readers engaged and up to date on the biggest concerns in sports today.

Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781624031229
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing Company
Publication date:	01/01/2014
Series:	Issues in Sports Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	880L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Where Did the Fun Go? 4

Chapter 2 Overused and Overdone 12

Chapter 3 Parental Pressure 20

Chapter 4 Bully Coaches 34

Chapter 5 Child Sexual Abuse in Sports 46

Discussion Questions 60

Glossary 61

For More information 62

Index 64

About the Author 64