Ages 6 to 9 years. This popular winter sport is performed on hills all over the world! Once used only as a mode of transportation, skiing has become an internationally respected sport of speed, endurance, and agility. This book provides children with all the tips and tricks they'll need to hit the slopes. Highlights include: how to get on and off a chair lift; basics of turning and stopping; tips on handling moguls; descriptions of competitive alpine and freestyle skiing.