Rugby

by Frances Purslow

Overview

Rugby is named for the town of Rugby, England, where it was first played nearly 200 years ago. Rugby league and rugby union are the two main sets of rugby rules. Learn more in Rugby, a For the Love of Sports book. For the Love of Sports helps young readers to explore the wide world of sports. From important equipment and rules to the history and greatest stars of each sport, this series uses vivid illustrations and fascinating facts to guide young readers through some of the best-known sports on Earth.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781621273233
Publisher:	Weigl Publishers, Incorporated
Publication date:	07/28/2013
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	7.30(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

AV² Book Code 2

What Is Rugby? 4

Getting Ready to Play 6

The Pitch 8

Tournaments 9

Rugby Basics 10

Positions 12

Where the Action Is 14

History of Rugby 16

Superstars of Rugby 18

Staying Healthy 20

The Rugby Quiz 22

Key Words/Index 23

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