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The Timbers weren't like most professional soccer teams. They began longer before Major League Soccer. The first Timbers played pro soccer in 1975! They were such a popular team in Portland, Oregon that their biggest fans called themselves "The Timbers Army." When Major League Soccer added Portland, Oregon, to the list of cities getting soccer teams, the Timbers kept their name. They also kept their sprit. With few star players and a small city behind...
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Airports welcome planes of all shapes and sizes. Only one attracts crowds wherever it lands. The Antonov 124 was built to carry tanks and helicopters for the Russian military. Today it carries everything from jet engines to trains. It is the biggest working cargo plane in the world.
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Every day brings new choices. Sometimes you can choose to do nothing. Or you can help change your life by making positive choices. You can feel better and you can do more. You can follow your dreams. The best thing is these choices are not complicated. They can also be fun. You can explore the outdoors and enjoy new experiences. Follow these easy tips that you can use every day to be the best you can be!
4) Carson Wentz
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Carson Wentz learned to be patient. In high school, his older brother was the starting quarterback. Carson didn't get to start until his senior year. At North Dakota State University, he waited three years before starting for the Bison. Yet all that waiting helped. He spent the time learning to lead. He trained and reviewed plays. In practice, he became the toughest quarterback the Bison faced. When Carson became a quarterback for the Eagles he no...
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The Earthquakes are an original. One of the first ten teams in Major League Soccer, they were called the Clash. For years, the team struggled. Then they changed their name. The Earthquakes went on to win their very first MLS Cup. Maybe there's something in a name. For over twenty years, almost every post-season match has been between the Quakes and the L.A. Galaxy. It's a battle between Northern and Southern Californian. Quakes fans know these matches...
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Bearded dragons look a lot like the scary monsters in movies. Except most of them are sweet and tiny. Still, you have to take good care of them. You'll want to learn all you can about "beardies" before you bring one home. Caring for My New Bearded Dragon will help you get ready. Filled with important details on housing, training, and feeding, this book also includes a shopping list and interesting facts. Just one title in the How to Care for Your...
7) Toronto FC
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It's not easy being a new team. Toronto FC was the first Major League Soccer team in Canada. They were also the worst in the league. Every year they lost more games than they won. Then Toronto started hiring stars. Some of the highest paid players now play for Toronto. It's paid off. The team has reached the play-offs two years in a row. In 2016, they almost won the Championship. Many think a MLS Cup is coming to Toronto.
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Locusts are incredible insects. Usually, they want to be alone. Then, suddenly and without warning, they start to form groups. These groups transform into dangerous swarms. Part of a series on “Insects Around the World”, “All About African Locusts” explains how these swarms happen and what it means for people. Loaded with eye-catching, full-color photographs, this book reveals the parts of the locust and where it lives. If you've ever wondered...
9) Le'Veon Bell
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Le'Veon Bell faced some tough challenges. He had a single mom. Money was tight. Yet his hardest challenge was how easily football came to him. It was so easy, he didn't have to work to win games. As a high school player, he realized top schools weren't looking at him. He knew he had to change his strategy. He began working harder at the game. It paid off. He was chosen by Michigan State University. Today he plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers, his family's...
10) Donovan Mitchell
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Donovan Mitchell is built like a running back. At 6'3 and 215 pounds, he's shorter than many top basketball stars. Yet he makes the most of his size, guarding the net against many larger players. He might have been a pro baseball player like his dad. But an injury shifted his focus. Leaving his home for New Hampshire when he was 16, he worked hard to achieve his dream. His rookie season he became a top scorer for the Utah Jazz and led his team to...
12) Eating Better
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Eating better seems hard. It's so easy to grab a cookie or cheeseburger. Except you may find you don't feel very good afterward. You might be tired or unhappy because of how you eat. Eating better is about being in control. You can choose to eat better. Plus, you can get your whole family involved. You won't just feel better. You can have fun doing it.
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There's a special food that's a favorite for many people in Zimbabwe. It's the mopane worm! Served fried or in peanut sauce, the mopane worm is a popular dish. It's also harvested and sold across the world. Learn all about this tasty insect in “All About African Mopane Worms”. Part of a series on “Insects Around the World”, this book is filled with vibrant photos and detailed information to satisfy the insect-curious.
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Chinchillas look a little like bunnies. They have big ears and eyes. They have very soft fur and paintbrush tails. They don't like to cuddle but they love to climb. If you've ever wanted to learn more about these adorable pets, Caring for My New Chinchilla is filled with valuable information. You'll discover how to feed, house, and train your "chinnie" along with how to keep this long-living pet healthy. Like every book in the How to Care for Your...
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In Japan, the high-speed train may not be faster than a speeding bullet, but it's close. Traveling at almost 200 mph, the bullet train speeds across the country. It has helped cities grow and made it easier to live far from them. Although it looks like science fiction it is more than fifty years old.
16) Chicago Fire
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In 1998, The Chicago Fire became Major League Soccer champions in just their first year and became the first expansion team in a major sport in modern history to capture a championship as an Inaugural team. Young fans will enjoy full-color, action photos of their favorite players, time lines and fun facts like how the team got started and the basics of how to play soccer. Also featured are some of the best players throughout the Fire's twenty-year...
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Thinking of getting a mouse? You're in good company. Mice can make wonderful pets for many people. They're clean, friendly, fun and very active creatures who will give you hours of enjoyment and company. They are also intelligent and, with lots of time and attention, can be taught how to do tricks. Before bringing your pet mouse home, learning how to tame and care for your pet is a must!
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Hedgehogs feel like hairbrushes. That's because they have quills. They aren't sharp. When you have a pet hedgehog, they might let you hold them. They are usually quiet and like their alone time. "Hedgies" aren't easy pets to raise. This book can really help. With easy-to-follow information about feeding, hedgehog health, how to hold one, and much more, Caring for My New Hedgehog will prepare you for this prickly pet. Part of the ongoing series How...
19) Orlando City SC
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When Orlando City SC began as a Major League Soccer team, it already had lots of fans. Orlando SC had been a United Soccer League team. For four years, the team won championships. They were at the top of their division. As an MLS team, Orlando City struggled. Some USL players could not handle the tougher MSL. Neither could the coaches. Yet Orlando fans stuck with the team. Florida had gone without a MLS team for over a dozen years. The Orlando City...
20) Better Hygiene
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Hygiene is about more than just smelling good and feeling clean. It's about being healthy. Every day, kids just like you get sick. They get sick from germs, and they get sick from not being clean. Hygiene takes a bit of work. But it's worth it. Getting in the hygiene habit means you will feel better. You will be sick less often. And you might even have fun while you're doing it!