Tired of his recklessness, Tyler's parents make him pay for things he has broken around the house.

Tyler's parents are tired of his recklessness. Not only are they refusing to replace the skateboard he broke, they are making him pay for other things he has destroyed around the house. Will Tyler get his hands on a board before the big contest, or will he have the no-skateboard blues?

Matty Lyon's skateboard tricks are even more impressive since he's blind.

Ty Taggart has always loved skating. But ever since his older brother, Nick, died in combat, Ty has been off his game. He skates recklessly and has lost all interest in the local skating tournament. But when Nick's best friend, Edwin, pays him a visit, Ty is able to reign in his anger and realize his true skating potential. In the finals, everyone is dazzled by Ty's slick, flashy tricks -- until he wipes out and breaks his board. Ty will have to pick up the pieces and reassemble his board overnight if he hopes to prevail.

Olympic champion Sky Brown shares her passion for skateboarding in this inspiring and fun introduction to a sport that gets kids outdoors and moving. Teen skateboarding phenom Sky Brown knows how to go big. After becoming a professional athlete at age 10, she became the first woman to land a frontside 540 at the X Games and won an Olympic medal at age 13. Young readers will eagerly follow Sky’s story as she recounts how she got started in the sport and what it feels like to compete. Then they’ll find their own skateboarding magic as she shows basic skills like choosing a stance, stopping, and dropping in. Why Choose This Book? Inspiring Role Model: Olympic medalist Sky Brown shares her incredible journey from a toddler on a skateboard to winning medals at the X Games and the Olympics. Her story will motivate and empower young readers. Step-by-Step Instructions: Sky breaks down skateboarding basics, making it easy for kids to learn. From choosing the right board to mastering cool tricks, this guide has it all. Safety First: As a parent, you’ll appreciate the emphasis on safety and protective gear. Sky encourages responsible skateboarding while having a blast. What’s Inside: Learn the Basics: Discover how to ride, balance, and turn confidently. Master Cool Tricks: From ollies to kickflips, your child will be doing tricks in no time. Fun Illustrations: Shaw Davidson’s playful artwork keeps kids engaged and excited. Life-Changing Magic Series The Life-Changing Magic of Skateboarding by Sky Brown and illustrator Shaw Davidson The Life-Changing Magic of Chess by Maurice Ashley and illustrator Denis Angelov The Life-Changing Magic of Baking by Joy Wilson and illustrator Tatiana Kamshilina The Life-Changing Magic of Druming by Nandi Bushnell and illustrator Andrea Stegmaier

Tyler spends all his time playing jokes on his teammates. Meanwhile, his beach volleyball skills suffer.

Carmen takes surfing lessons while on a school trip.