Karate Story Books

  karate story books: Karate Kids Holly Sterling, 2020-05-05 Gi? Ready! Belt? Ready! Let’s go! It’s karate time. HAI-YAH! Join Maya and all her friends as they get together at the dojo for their Saturday karate class! There are moves to remember, blocks to practice, and punches to perfect. Maya is a white belt, which means she’s still a beginner, but with focus, balance, and determination — and a little help from her friends — can she show Sensei what she’s got? Written and illustrated by Holly Sterling, a karate champion and teacher, this is a joyful and uplifting celebration of the sport and a must-have primer for any child hoping to be a karate kid one day.
  karate story books: Karate Girl Mary Leary, 2003 Hoping to protect her younger brother from school bullies, a girl begins taking karate classes.
  karate story books: My First Karate Class Alyssa Satin Capucilli, 2016-12-13 Kids can learn all about what it’s like at karate class in this photographic story with sweet text by Biscuit creator Alyssa Satin Capucilli! It’s the first day of karate class. What will it be like? Karate students wear a uniform called a gi and learn to block and kick! Young readers will love seeing kids their age practicing karate, learning words like obi (karate belt), and more in this adorable introduction to the sport! Includes a special section of step-by-step instructions for basic karate moves—to be done with a parent or guardian’s supervision.
  karate story books: Karate Chop Dorthe Nors, 2014-02-04 The first book in English by an acclaimed Danish writer: beautiful, faceted, haunting stories . . . [from] a rising star (Junot Díaz) Karate Chop, Dorthe Nors's acclaimed story collection, is the debut book in the collaboration between Graywolf Press and A Public Space. These fifteen compact stories are meticulously observed glimpses of everyday life that expose the ominous lurking under the ordinary. While his wife sleeps, a husband prowls the Internet, obsessed with female serial killers; a bureaucrat tries to reinvent himself, exposing goodness as artifice when he converts to Buddhism in search of power; a woman sits on the edge of the bed where her lover lies, attempting to locate a motive for his violence within her own self-doubt. Shifting between moments of violence (real and imagined) and mundane contemporary life, these stories encompass the complexity of human emotions, our capacity for cruelty as well as compassion. Not so much minimalist as stealthy, Karate Chop delivers its blows with an understatement that shows a master at work.
  karate story books: Karate Pig Alan Katz, 2009-04-21 Come along on a hilarious adventure with the one and only Karate Pig as he karate chops everything in sight—even this book! In the end, Karate Pig learns a very important lesson about sharing and reading with his very good friends. Readers will laugh out loud as they read this novelty book with pull-tabs, die-cut pages and a gatefold flap.
  karate story books: The Karate Kid, Part II B. B. Hiller, 1986 Daniel and Mr. Miyagi go to Japan to face Mr. Miyagi's boyhood rival.
  karate story books: Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues - Johnny's Story Denton J. Tipton, 2020-06-09 Is Johnny really the good guy? See The Karate Kid in a whole new light in this retelling through the eyes of Johnny Lawrence, two-time All Valley Tournament Champion. Summer, 1984. Senior year is about to start and Johnny and the rest of the Cobra Kai rule the school. But, when the new kid makes moves on the girl that broke Johnny's heart, he vows to settle the score and win back her love. Or so goes the story Sensei Lawrence tells his students nearly 35 years later. Based on the hit YouTube Original series Cobra Kai, go back and find out Johnny's side of the story!
  karate story books: Karate-Do GICHIN. FUNAKOSHI, 2020-10-29 Linking the time when karate was a strictly Okinawan art of self-defense shrouded in the deepest secrecy and the present day, when it has become a martial art practiced throughout the world, is Gichin Funakoshi, the Father of Karate-do. Out of modesty, he was reluctant to write this autobiography and did not do so until he was nearly ninety years of age. Trained in the Confucian classics, he was a schoolteacher early in life, but after decades of study under the foremost masters, he gave up his livelihood to devote the rest of his life to the propagation of the Way of Karate. Under his guidance, techniques and nomenclature were refined and modernized, the spiritual essence was brought to the fore, and karate evolved into a true martial art. Various forms of empty-hand techniques have been practiced in Okinawa for centuries, but due to the lack of historical records, fancy often masquerades as fact. In telling of his own famous teachers--and not only of their mastery of technique but of the way they acted in critical situations--the author reveals what true karate is. The stories he tells about himself are no less instructive: his determination to continue the art, after having started it to improve his health; his perseverance in the face of difficulties, even of poverty; his strict observance of the way of life of the samurai; and the spirit of self-reliance that he carried into an old age kept healthy by his practice of Karate-do.
  karate story books: I Know Karate Mary Packard, 1995 Demonstrates words relating to karate, with related activities at the end.
  karate story books: The Karate Kid , 2019-05-07 Wax on, wax off! The classic movie about a boy and his karate teacher is now a fun picture book for the whole family! When The Karate Kid appeared in theaters in 1984, its heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship between a bullied boy and the Japanese maintenance man in his new apartment building became an instant classic. Now the beloved film is reimagined as a cute and colorful picture book, with charming illustrations by Kim Smith. When young Daniel is targeted by students from the Cobra Kai dojo, his neighbor Mr. Miyagi agrees to train him for the upcoming karate tournament. But why is Mr. Miyagi making Daniel wax his cars, sand his deck, and paint his house? Will Daniel ever master the art of karate? This timeless story of overcoming the odds will delight kids, their parents, and anyone who has ever had that one special teacher.
  karate story books: White Pajamas Allyson Hearst, 2011-09
  karate story books: Story Paper Weezag, 2019-05-07 Click or Search Weezag for more fun products! Surprise your loved ones. Add to cart, Buy Now! Story Paper Book Story paper is ideal for young children who are learning how to write and properly proportion letters (approximately Kindergarten - third grade) It may also be useful for older children who have delays with handwriting This story paper has a measured space at the top for a title, then a picture box for the child to draw an illustration and then five lines for the child to write their story Each measured space consists of two lines (top and bottom) 0.65 apart and a dotted line in the center to guide the child as they write Can be used to create themed story books to reflect children's interests or school subjects Page Count: 100 Dimensions: 7.50 x 9.25 (19.05cm x 23.50cm)
  karate story books: Jake Maddox: Karate Countdown Jake Maddox, 2013-05 When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus and win? .
  karate story books: The Dark Side of Karate Linda Nathan, 2003-12
  karate story books: Katie's Karate Class Giselle S, 2017-06 WINNER OF FAMILY CHOICE AWARD 2017 Join Katie on her first day at karate - in this yoga story about embracing fear On the way to her first karate class, Katie feels self-conscious about starting something new and meeting new people. Can her brother help her overcome her fears? Kids Yoga Stories introduce you to engaging characters who will get your child laughing, moving, and learning. Reading is good for the mind AND body This book for ages 4 to 7 is more than a storybook, but it's also a unique experience for children.
  karate story books: Karate kid Rebecca Gyllenhaal, 2019
  karate story books: Adventure Stories of Karate Kids Dreamland Team, 2016-06-17 Karate is a martial art. It is well known as an outstanding martial art using punching, kicking, knee and elbow strikes, and open-handed techniques such as knife-hands. In this art, Grappling, locks, restraints, throws, and vital point strikes are taught in some special styles. Adventure Stories of Karate Kids under the series Real Kids Reading Adventure presents the adventure stories related to some of the most common incidences that one encounters during training. These have been aptly supported by beautiful multicolored illustrations. The reader will definitely like to incorporate it in his/her personal collection of books!
  karate story books: Next Karate Kid B. B. Hiller, 1994-07 The exciting fourth installment in this phenomenally successful series features a brand-new Karate Kid--and she's a girl! The charm and thrills of the earlier stories is re-created in this all-new adventure that's certain to please the millions of movie and book fans.
  karate story books: Legends of Karate James Cooper, 2024-07-23 Everything is Possible - Legends of Karate tells the story of the famous people who have influenced the history of American Style of Karate (AKANA) and its incredible journey. This book presents a captivating examination of tenacity, devotion, and success, ranging from the trailblazing vision of Grandmaster Jerry C. Piddington to the unwavering spirit of karate icons like the Gold Dust Twins. Readers are drawn into the complex web of AKANA, a martial arts group founded on the values of honor, respect, and friendship, through engrossing storytelling. AKANA is the pinnacle of martial arts perfection, having evolved from its founding under the holy charter of O'Sensei Robert Trias to becoming a nationwide network of schools. The story honors trailblazers such as Granny Piddington, whose innovative work established the groundwork for AKANA's expansion and prosperity. Readers will see firsthand the life-changing effects of karate as they delve into the realms of traditional martial arts and sport karate. Everything is Possible - Legends of Karate is an engrossing look at the victories and difficulties experienced by people who have devoted their lives to learning martial arts. Readers are encouraged to embrace their inner warriors and realize their own boundless potential by means of their stories.
  karate story books: The Story of Karate Jace Townsend, Luana Metil,
  karate story books: Sensei Kevin Smith, 2021-08-16 Sensei Tariq is an African-American whose livelihood is that of a Karate Discipline Martial Arts Instructor, holistically committing and obligating himself to the youth of his community. After wading through the babble, blather and rigmarole of federal, state and city agencies to obtain piecemeal grants to operate his youth programs, Tariq conceives a plan and pledges to a goal that will usher in a self-reliant entity, enabling him to build the bedrock foundation for the youth community. Tariq's journeys to the fighting nether world of New Orleans, far from the eyes and ears of fan-loving tourist, where violence, bloodshed and death reigns, where the rules are no rules and weapons, not allowed, this is where he puts his life on the line for a cause greater than himself. Upon Tariq's quest, he will encounter a covey of characters. Quick, an acute and savvy street-hustler, who'll become Tariq's maker; Junebug, a satirical street-hustler and cut-man; together forming a triad to battle the forces toward enrichment; Fernando, the underground street-fighting champion of New Orleans; who possesses a signature unescapable move, The Guillotine; Chip Meyers, a young white egotistical rich entrepreneur, who is well respected in both worlds and Fernando's maker; Suzuki, the arrogant and narcissistic Japanese street-fighter and champion; Marie, a cormely enchanting black beauty, who side-kicks Tariq with a blow of love, giving his life a new and greater meaning. SENSEI IS A 21ST CENTURY JUGGERNAUT, AN ENGAGING STORY OF A CONSCIOUS-RASING YOUNG MAN WHO PURSUES A DREAM, LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR TODAY'S YOUTH EMERGING AS TOMMORROW'S LEADERS, A TASK OF A SENSEI.
  karate story books: Karate Technique & Spirit Tadashi Nakamura, 2001-11-01 Master the techniques and warrior spirit of karate with this illustrated martial arts guide. The true essence of karate-do is integrated training of the body, mind, and spirit to achieve human potential fully. Karate: Technique and Spirit describes in detail all the steps necessary to attain this goal. It is a book of Karate technique, a guideline for training, and a patient exposition of moral philosophy. Kaicho (grandmaster) Nakamura takes us from the basics--warmups, punches, blocks, and kicks--to the advanced practice of traditional weapons and kumite (sparring), all the while grounding the physical expression of this martial art in its rich history and philosophy. With over 700 photos, Karate: Technique and Spirit vividly conveys the essence of karate-do and how it can bring deeper meaning to our daily lives. Chapters include: Foundations of Karate; Basics of Karate-Do; Postures and Stances; Natural Weapons; Kata (Formal Exercises); Kumite (Fighting) and more!
  karate story books: Tall Tales, the Karate Shepherd , 2016-06-10 A Fun, Exciting, Interactive Children Picture Book Series that Teaches Virtues!Tall Tales, The Karate Shepherd, Stand Tall, Book 1, teaches children values like courage and teamwork.When the shepherd fall ill, a special order sheep from Japan, trained in the martial arts, arrives just in nick of time. Later, when the sheep's leader gets captured by wolves, the flock bands together to try and rescue their fearless leader.
  karate story books: A Brief History of the Martial Arts Jonathan Clements, 2016-10-13 'If I had to pick a single general martial arts history book in English, I would recommend A Brief History of the Martial Arts by Dr Jonathan Clements' RICHARD BEITLICH, Martial History Team blog From Shaolin warrior monks to the movies of Bruce Lee, a new history of the evolution of East Asian styles of unarmed combat, from Kung Fu to Ninjutsu Folk tales of the Shaolin Temple depict warrior monks with superhuman abilities. Today, dozens of East Asian fighting styles trace their roots back to the Buddhist brawlers of Shaolin, although any quest for the true story soon wanders into a labyrinth of forgeries, secret texts and modern retellings. This new study approaches the martial arts from their origins in military exercises and callisthenics. It examines a rich folklore from old wuxia tales of crime-fighting heroes to modern kung fu movies. Centre stage is given to the stories that martial artists tell themselves about themselves, with accounts (both factual and fictional) of famous practitioners including China's Yim Wing-chun, Wong Fei-hong, and Ip Man, as well as Japanese counterparts such as Kano Jigoro, Itosu Anko and So Doshin. The history of martial arts encompasses secret societies and religious rebels, with intimate glimpses of the histories of China, Korea and Japan, their conflicts and transformations. The book also charts the migration of martial arts to the United States and beyond. Special attention is paid to the turmoil of the twentieth century, the cross-cultural influence of Japanese colonies in Asia, and the post-war rise of martial arts in sport and entertainment - including the legacy of Bruce Lee, the dilemma of the ninja and the global audience for martial arts in fiction.
  karate story books: Black Belt , 1967-08 The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.
  karate story books: Marvel Graphic Novels and Related Publications Robert G. Weiner, 2008-09-18 This work provides an extensive guide for students, fans, and collectors of Marvel Comics. Focusing on Marvel's mainstream comics, the author provides a detailed description of each comic along with a bibliographic citation listing the publication's title, writers/artists, publisher, ISBN (if available), and a plot synopsis. One appendix provides a comprehensive alphabetical index of Marvel and Marvel-related publications to 2005, while two other appendices provide selected lists of Marvel-related game books and unpublished Marvel titles.
  karate story books: Kid's Karate Activity Book George Avalon, 2014-10-26 An ideal book for kids aged 5 to 12 just starting Karate, or for those interested in starting. While this kid's Karate book covers the things most other books do (how to punch, kick, and block), this book aims to allow kids to step inside the Karate tradition- to understand the essence of Karate. To engage kids minds it is a Karate activity book. It starts by teaches kids about the Karate tradition: about the Samurai, Okinawa, and Buddhism. It then draws upon the Karate tradition to answer moral questions such as when is it right to use Karate, and about the the 'Spirit of Karate'. The book then prepares kids for their Karate journey. It introduces bowing, what Karate kids wear; the Karate belt system; and points out the pitfalls they may face when they take up Karate. It is only after these things are covered that the book turns to the Karate techniques themselves. It introduces the basic punches, kicks, and blocks. This leads the way about how to learn Kata. The book ends with a parent's guide.
  karate story books: Dragon and Tiger Peter Kuhn, 2020-11-23
  karate story books: Cobra Kai Denton J. Tipton, 2020 Is Johnny really the good guy? See The Karate Kid in a whole new light this June in this retelling through the eyes of Johnny Lawrence, two-time All Valley Tournament Champion.
  karate story books: The Two True Karate Kids Jenifer Tull-Gauger, 2020-11-17 Michi and Makoto dream of having dogs. When Makoto cannot get a pet, and Michi gets a dog, Dishonesty creeps over her and pushes these friends apart. Can they use their karate to battle Dishonesty and save their friendship?
  karate story books: Karate Kid (1976-1978) , Karate Kid 1 – 15 (1976-1978) Karate Kid, also known as Val Armorr, has mastered every single form of unarmed combat in the 30th Century. He travels to the 20th Century and decides to stay there as he finds purpose in his life.
  karate story books: Black Belt , 2001-01 The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.
  karate story books: Black Belt , 1975-10 The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.
  karate story books: The Invention of Martial Arts Paul Bowman, 2020-12-31 Through popular movies starring Bruce Lee and songs like the disco hit Kung Fu Fighting, martial arts have found a central place in the Western cultural imagination. But what would 'martial arts' be without the explosion of media texts and images that brought it to a wide audience in the late 1960s and early 1970s? In this examination of the media history of what we now call martial arts, author Paul Bowman makes the bold case that the phenomenon of martial arts is chiefly an invention of media representations. Rather than passively taking up a preexisting history of martial arts practices--some of which, of course, predated the martial arts boom in popular culture--media images and narratives actively constructed martial arts. Grounded in a historical survey of the British media history of martial arts such as Bartitsu, jujutsu, judo, karate, tai chi, and MMA across a range of media, this book thoroughly recasts our understanding of the history of martial arts. By interweaving theories of key thinkers on historiography, such as Foucault and Hobsbawm, and Said's ideas on Orientalism with analyses of both mainstream and marginal media texts, Bowman arrives at the surprising insight that media representations created martial arts rather than the other way around. In this way, he not only deepens our understanding of martial arts but also demonstrates the productive power of media discourses.
  karate story books: Zen in the Martial Arts Joe Hyams, 2010-05-05 A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action.--Samurai Maximum. Under the guidance of such celebrated masters as Ed Parker and the immortal Bruce Lee, Joe Hyams vividly recounts his more than 25 years of experience in the martial arts. In his illuminating story, Hyams reveals to you how the daily application of Zen principles not only developed his physical expertise but gave him the mental discipline to control his personal problems-self-image, work pressure, competition. Indeed, mastering the spiritual goals in martial arts can dramatically alter the quality of your life-enriching your relationships with people, as well as helping you make use of all your abilities.
  karate story books: Karate Story - Thirty Years in the Making Seamus O'Dowd, 2016-02-15 The autobiography of international karate instructor, Seamus O'Dowd. The book chronicles his journey, over a period of thirty years, from complete novice to high-ranking and respected international instructor. Simple, humorous and heart-warming, the book will inspire and entertain martial artists of all levels.
  karate story books: Zen Odyssey, An Okinawan Karate & Martial Arts Journey Mark D Bishop, 2017-01-02 An entertaining odyssey by all means, which all readers, not only karate-ka, can enjoy. The work describes a fascinating 'voyage of discovery' through the Okinawan martial arts during the author's younger years. Both informative & factual, the work leads the reader on a journey of initiation from the preliminary stages of being a 'live-in disciple' of Goju-ryu & trainee of Matayoshi Kobudo in post-Reversion Okinawa, as he travels with the reader through the exploration of Uechi-ryu, Shorin-ryu & Okinawan te; also of a vast spectrum of connected Ryukyuan cultural entities. His attention to detail is commendable, as the shared expedition becomes an esoteric odyssey to find the zen spark of enlightenment that evades so many seekers, but which can be found within one's own nature. Mark D Bishop is arguably the foremost authority on historical Okinawa karate & martial arts. He continues to write, travel, research and teach extensively on various aspects of these, including its related anma bodywork & zen.
  karate story books: Dragon and Tiger Peter Kuhn, Dominique Brizin, Florian Hartnack, Peter Jentzen, Carolin Kraft, Thomas Leffler, Sebastian Liebl, Eric Mbarga, Martin Joh Meyer, Petra Schmidt, 2020
  karate story books: The Best in Children's Books Zena Sutherland, 1980-05 Includes indexes.
  karate story books: Black Belt , 1969-11 The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.
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