Greatest Sports Heroes of All Times : North American Edition

by Christopher, Paul J.

• ISBN13: 9781933766096
• ISBN10: 1933766093
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-09-01
• Publisher: Encouragement Pr Llc

Summary

The Toughest Part about Being a Student Is Learning to LearnSome folks are just natural studiers. For them, learning and focusing on study materials just come naturally. But for the other 99.9 percent of people, studying efficiently and effectively is really a practiced art. In Stephen Edwards? new book 50 plus one Ways to Improve Your Study Habits, the essentials of good study habits are laid out in an easy to follow manner. 50 plus one Ways to Improve Your Study Habits is meant for studentsof every age, young and old. Whether preparing for the SATs or trying to finish a graduate degree, Edwards explains the importance of regular study time, creating an environment that is free of distractions, and learning the importance of being organized. You can be the academic star, even if you have not stepped foot in a school in years!Other points covered include:Recognizing personal peak study timesDesigning a rewards systemThe five R?s of note takingCreating a proper study environmentRemoving pressure when studyingThe advantages of study groupsAnd more!These and other barriers to personal success can be overcome by using the hundreds of practical and easy-to-implement hints provided. Everyone who is trying to improve their academic standing needs help, and this easy-to-use book with handy, practical tips is just the ticket.

Author Biography

Paul J. Christopher is a traveler, writer, editor and publisher with more than 30 years experience. During his tenure, he has edited and published over 450 books for a wide variety of audiences.Alicia Marie Smith has written for dozens of organizations, newspapers, blogs and Websites. As a newspaper reporter, she has interviewed scores of athletes for numerous articles.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(2)
plus one: Michael Jordan	3	(6)
Chapter 1: Hank Aaron	9	(4)
Chapter 2: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar	13	(4)
Chapter 3: Muhammed Ali	17	(6)
Chapter 4: Lisa Andersen	23	(4)
Chapter 5: Eddie Arcaro	27	(4)
Chapter 6: Lance Armstrong	31	(4)
Chapter 7: Arthur Ashe	35	(4)
Chapter 8: Larry Bird	39	(4)
Chapter 9: Bonnie Blair	43	(4)
Chapter 10: Dick Butkus	47	(4)
Chapter 11: Wilt Chamberlain	51	(4)
Chapter 12: Jimmy Connors	55	(4)
Chapter 13: Babe Didrikson (Zaharias)	59	(4)
Chapter 14: Joe DiMaggio	63	(4)
Chapter 15: Dale Earnhardt	67	(4)
Chapter 16: Chris Evert	71	(4)
Chapter 17: George Foreman	75	(4)
Chapter 18: Red Grange	79	(4)
Chapter 19: Wayne Gretzky	83	(4)
Chapter 20: Eric Heiden	87	(4)
Chapter 21: Bobby Hull	91	(4)
Chapter 22: Duke Kahanamoku	95	(4)
Chapter 23: Jackie Joyner-Kersee	99	(4)
Chapter 24: Karch Kiraly	103	(4)
Chapter 25: Vince Lombardi	107	(4)
Chapter 26: Mickey Mantle	111	(4)
Chapter 27: George Mikan	115	(4)
Chapter 28: Stan Mikita	119	(4)
Chapter 29: Joe Montana	123	(4)
Chapter 30: Bronco Nagurski	127	(4)
Chapter 31: Joe Namath	131	(4)
Chapter 32: Jack Nicklaus	135	(4)
Chapter 33: Bobby Orr	139	(4)
Chapter 34: Arnold Palmer	143	(6)
Chapter 35: Walter Payton	149	(4)
Chapter 36: Richard Petty	153	(4)
Chapter 37: Jackie Robinson	157	(4)
Chapter 38: Sugar Ray Robinson	161	(4)
Chapter 39: Babe Ruth	165	(6)
Chapter 40: Nolan Ryan	171	(4)
Chapter 41: Sam Snead	175	(4)
Chapter 42: Mark Spitz	179	(4)
Chapter 43: Jim Thorpe	183	(4)
Chapter 44: Johnny Unitas	187	(4)
Chapter 45: United States 1980 Olympic Men's Hockey Team	191	(6)
Chapter 46: United States 1996 Women's Olympic Soccer Team	197	(6)
Chapter 47: Johnny Weissmuller	203	(4)
Chapter 48: Serena Williams	207	(4)
Chapter 49: Venus Williams	211	(4)
Chapter 50: Tiger Woods	215