Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues workFootball in Action scores a touchdown on one of North America's biggest sports. Children will learn about the positions on the football field, rules, proper equipment, and the importance of safety as well as: -- the secrets of a good quarterback-- defense and offense-- passing, receiving, blocking, and kicking-- penalties and rules