Children Sports

The national soccer teams of Algeria and Egypt have a rivalry spanning decades. What made the teams fierce competitors? How are both countries' fans involved in keeping this rivalry going?

The national soccer teams of Portugal and Spain have a rivalry spanning decades. What made the teams fierce competitors? How are both countries' fans involved in keeping this rivalry going?

In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of water and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of water.

Alejandro is a new high school quarterback with big shoes to fill—his brother's. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with something good fast. His sister Izzy just might be the secret weapon he needs!

Mina is a talented figure skater, but she's looking forward to trying a new challenge—pairs skating! Mina has second thoughts, though, when she starts practicing with Luke, a shy boy who she doesn’t know well. Can the pair overcome their trust issues and become a successful pairs skating team?

Roasting marshmallows, stargazing, nature hikes, and fishing. Experience the fun and adventure of a camping trip! Learn about the types of camping, the supplies you’ll need, and the adventure that awaits you in the wild outdoors.

Fernando Higuera comes from a family of famous baseball players. And they show up to every game to cheer him on. But during one game, Fernando’s coach tells him to try to steal second base. But he’s never tried that move before. He hesitates and ends up getting tagged out. Fernando is embarrassed and feels he let his team and family down. Luckily, his family has his back and teach him everything they know about stealing second base.

Have you always wanted to search for secret treasure? Try geocaching! You can get outside and search for hidden treasure in your very own neighborhood. Learn about geocaching around the world, the supplies you'll need, and the fun that awaits you in this exciting activity!

When Kendall receives a surprise email, he can hardly believe his luck. He’s been invited to compete in an esports tournament for his favorite game, Ooze Escape! He loves battling his way to the top level in the game and trying to escape the deadly ooze that burns up everything—and everyone—in its path. There’s just one problem—Kendall spends too much time battling enemies and looking for awesome loot. He always gets knocked out by the ooze before he can make his escape.

Robyn Ray is a young hockey player with lots of speed and one big problem—she can’t seem to make a goal. Can her formerly famous hockey star grandpa help her build the skills she needs to score? And will her team come together when it matters most?

Toby Brandt would rather be hitting jump shots than doing chores on his Grandpa’s farm. But he’s about to learn a new appreciation for the great outdoors. His cousin Chloe and her friends soon convince Toby to join them on their nature runs. Before long, he learns to enjoy running with them through the woods and navigating their homemade obstacle course. However, when they tell Toby about the upcoming Wild Run, he doesn’t want to risk getting hurt and letting down his friends.

Grace loves being on her school’s swim team. She enjoys hanging out with her teammates and making new friends. But when Chloe joins the relay team, she and Grace clash. Grace tries several ways to be friends with Chloe but fails every time. Then at a big swim meet, Chloe blames Grace for getting their team disqualified. Grace can’t believe it. She doesn’t understand why Chloe is so hostile toward her. Will the two girls learn to look past their differences and work together for the good of the whole team?

Sofía está acostumbrada a ser la mejor gimnasta en el modesto club local. Pero después de sufrir una fuerte caída y lesionarse durante el entrenamiento, volver al riel es más difícil de lo que se imaginaba.

Michael tiene la velocidad para ser un gran receptor abierto, pero no logra atrapar los pases con consistencia. El técnico defensivo ve potencial en la velocidad de Michael, y le hace probar como back defensivo. Luego el técnico principal lo asigna a los equipos especiales para que regrese los despejes.

Step up to the plate and separate fact from fiction in baseball’s origins! Did Abner Doubleday really create America’s favorite pastime, or does this story strike out? Listen to learn all you can about baseball’s beginnings!

Nate, Selena, Tyson, and Alicia are ready for summer. But when Nate convinces everyone to join a whitewater rafting race, the group’s teamwork is put to the test. Will these four friends make it past the finish line? Or will their competitive nature sink their chances?

Sondra and her best friend, Jonathan, have finally saved up enough money to attend the summer camp of their dreams—Camp Vert. In order to fit in at the competitive skateboarding camp, the two friends decide to learn a challenging trick, the frontside 180 heelflip. When the friends’ cabins go up against one another in competition, will they both master the trick? And more importantly, will they stay friends in the middle of the rivalry?

Aly Raisman started gymnastics when she was just 2-years-old. In 2011, she helped the U.S. gymnastics team win the World Championships. The next year, she participated in her first Olympic Games in London. Discover more about Raisman's highlights in gymnastics in this exciting biography in the Stars of Sports series.

What do tic-tac-toe, Pilolo, and hookey have in common? They're all games! Find out what people play around the world in this engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it. What game will you play next?

Eighth-grader Nimo Mohamed has made the varsity cross-country team and she's determined to keep up with the older girls. So she's training harder than ever, maybe too hard. Soon the runner's grades are tumbling, her times are slipping, and her body is completely exhausted. Can Nimo learn to pace herself and stop this running overload?