Kids Sports

Everything should be great for young hockey player Sam Parker. He has just turned twelve. He plays center on The Rockets, the team he’s been on since Mites. His best friend, Jill, is the goal tender. And he just had his birthday. So why isn’t he happy? It’s simple–because his parents are still getting a divorce. The bombshell news that landed last fall has a daily impact on Sam. His life is changing–in more ways than just this–and he struggles to keep on top of everything.

In this inspiring book, US Olympian and hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging young people to follow their passions and never give up.

Basketball is filled with inspiring stories of world-class athletes working hard and overcoming challenges to shine on the court. Discover the most talented players from each position with Basketball Biographies for Kids! This lineup shows you what it takes to be a WNBA or NBA superstar with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players from the last 60 years.

This remarkable collection combines two bestselling titles into one action-packed book, offering young soccer enthusiasts an immersive journey into the captivating world of the beautiful game. With over 50 of the best stories ever to come out of the sport, your children will be entertained for hours!

Plump, grumpy, slumped on the couch, and going nowhere fast at age 16, Phil Gaimon began riding a bicycle with the grand ambition of shedding a few pounds before going off to college. He soon fell into racing and discovered he was a natural, riding his way into a pro contract after just one season despite utter ignorance of a century of cycling etiquette. Now, in his book Pro Cycling on $10 a Day, Phil brings the full powers of his wit to tell his story.

In most sports the pinnacle is Wheaties-box notoriety. But in the world of pool, notoriety is the last thing a hustler desires. Such is the dilemma that faces one Danny Basavich, an affable, generously proportioned Jewish kid from Jersey, who flounders through high school until he discovers the one thing he excels at - the felt - and hits the road.

WHOOSH! Nothing gets fans' hearts racing more than an extreme athlete launching high into the air or zipping along on the track—except when that big stunt sets a new record! Behind every big-time record is a dramatic story of how an extreme athlete achieved greatness in their sport.

Don't have a clue about how football works? Don't worry—in this audiobook, you'll learn everything you need to know about the game, from punts to passes. Your kids will love learning about the history and stories that make the game what it is today. Written by a football fan for football fans, you'll find the answers to the most common football-related questions. Who's the greatest quarterback of all time? How does the timing of the game work? You'll discover all this and more...and have a blast while doing it!

Semyon Dukach was known as the Darling of Las Vegas. A legend at age 21, this cocky hotshot was the biggest high roller to appear in Sin City in decades, a mathematical genius with a system the casinos had never seen before and couldn't stop, a system that has never been revealed until now; that has nothing to do with card counting, wasn't illegal, and was more powerful than anything that had been tried before.

Worst-to-first seasons, second-half reversals, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time biggest comebacks in sports history. Learn about Michael Jordan’s miraculous return after retirement. Discover more about the largest comeback in Super Bowl history. And don’t forget Bethany Hamilton’s unmatched return to surfing after a shark attack!

Going to a basketball game? Give Elena Delle Donne a few extra seconds to say a few words before her free throw. And watch out for toilet paper at John Brown University's first home game. But first, take time out to learn the ins and outs of good fun and good luck in basketball. This book will delight young sports fan with some of the best and weirdest practices on the court and in the stands.

Mookie Betts started playing baseball as a child and has never looked back. Betts made his major-league baseball debut in 2014. In 2018, he won the American League MVP award and helped lead the Red Sox to a World Series win.

In the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium, the crowd cheers for a cowboy with a huge hat who roars onto the field on a four-wheeler. In Kansas City, a big, furry wolf breaks into a rowdy dance the Chiefs’ stadium. In the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ stadium, a fearsome pirate stalks the sidelines as if he’s protecting the home team’s turf.

Going to a hockey game? Don't leave before the handshake line. And if you're in Detroit, be sure to buy an octopus before the game. But first, hit the ice to discover the ins and outs of good sportsmanship, good fun, and good luck in hockey. This book will delight young sports fan with some of the best and weirdest practices on the ice and in the stands.

It didn’t take long for quarterback Russell Wilson to make a name for himself in the NFL. In just his second season, he led the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl win. In 2020, he became one of just three quarterbacks in NFL history to throw 30 or more touchdowns four seasons in a row. Get all the details about Wilson’s incredible career.

When time is running short and the Lombardi Trophy is at stake, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From Hail Mary passes to tackle-breaking touchdown runs, some of football's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here.

When victory is within reach and the game is in its final moments, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From stunning goals in injury time to breathtaking saves in shootouts, some of soccer's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a front-row view of the action.

When the stakes are high, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From pitching heroics in Game 7 of the World Series to pennant-clinching home runs, some of baseball's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a front-row seat to the action.

As a child, Megan Rapinoe watched her brother play soccer. It wasn't long before she was kicking the ball around. Her playing career has gained much success, and the left winger is now known as a leader on and off the field. In 2019, she played for the U.S team that won the World Cup. Discover Rapinoe's journey to becoming a world star in this thrilling biography in the Stars of Sports series.

Klay Thompson's skill with a basketball runs in the family. His father was drafted into the NBA in 1978. But it's Klay's own star qualities that shine as he plays for the Golden State Warriors. Known for his shooting ability, Thompson has helped his team win big. Find out more about his career moments and behind-the-scenes facts in this electric biography in the Stars of Sports series.