Diversity in sports

by Small, Cathleen,

Format: Print Book 2019
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CLP - Allegheny Teen Non-Fiction GV706.32.S645 2019x
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Summary
Sports is a singular field, in that if someone has the skills it takes to play the game, at whatever level, it doesn't matter whether they are rich or poor, or what their background or culture is. And of course anyone can come together to enjoy a good game. Despite this inclusivity, the field of sports definitely has its weak points. Readers will gain new perspectives after reading about vital issues including stereotypes in various sports, the pros and cons of segregated versus inclusive sports, and the issues surrounding integrated sports.
Contents
Diversity on the rise
Racial diversity in sports
Gender diversity in sports
Economic and social diversity in sports
Cultural diversity in sports
Diverse abilities in sports
Timeline
Glossary.

Additional Information
Series Small, Cathleen. Diversity in action.
Subjects Discrimination in sports -- Juvenile literature.
Racism in sports -- Juvenile literature.
Sports -- Juvenile literature.
African American athletes -- Juvenile literature.
Athletes, Black -- Juvenile literature.
Women athletes -- Juvenile literature.
Athletes with disabilities -- Juvenile literature.
Sports for people with disabilities -- Juvenile literature.
Sports for women -- Juvenile literature.
Athletes -- Juvenile literature.
Cultural pluralism -- Juvenile literature.
Multiculturalism -- Juvenile literature.
Discrimination in sports.
Racism in sports.
Sports.
African American athletes.
Women athletes.
Sports for women.
Sports for people with disabilities.
Cultural pluralism.
Publisher New York :Rosen Publishing's Rosen Central,2019
Edition First edition.
Language English
Description 48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Bibliography Notes Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
ISBN 9781499440805
1499440804
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