Books for Starting a New Activity for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about starting a new activity recommended for kids ages 12–18.

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For the young sports enthusiast ready to hit the pitch, this visual guide breaks down the complex rules and history of c

Ages 7–12

For Fun!

Archery for Fun!

Jana Voelke Studelska

For the child who is eager to pick up a bow for the first time, this guide provides the essential knowledge to start the

Ages 8–12

Usborne Soccer School

The Usborne Soccer School

Gill Harvey, Richard Dungworth

For the young athlete looking to sharpen their game, this visual guide breaks down complex soccer skills into manageable

Ages 7–13

Winning Season #1

The Roar of the Crowd

Rich Wallace

For the child who feels overlooked because of their size or lacks experience, Manny's journey shows how grit and strateg

Ages 8–12

Skate Boarding

Clive Gifford

For the child eager to master the skate park, this guide offers expert tips on everything from basic board maintenance t

For the child preparing for their first winter trip or curious about mountain sports. This guide builds confidence by ex

Ages 8–12

Over the Net

Jake Maddox

For the child who feels anxious about trying something new or making mistakes in front of others. Tyler navigates the pr

Ages 8–12

Bruno and the Crumhorn

Ursula Dubosarsky

For the child who feels overwhelmed by quirky family expectations or the embarrassment of being forced into a hobby that

Ages 8–12

Usborne Superskills

Improve Your Tennis Skills

Anita Ganeri

For the young athlete ready to hit the court, this guide breaks down tennis fundamentals with clear instructions and det

Ages 7–12

Skiing and Other Winter Sports

Marit Claridge, Cheryl Evans

For the child preparing for their first trip to the slopes or a day at the rink. This guide breaks down the basics of wi

Ages 8–12

Usborne Soccer School

The Usborne Complete Soccer School

Gill Harvey, John Shiels

For the young athlete eager to master the pitch, this guide provides the expert drills and tactical knowledge needed to

Ages 8–14

The Usborne Book of

Windsurfing

Janet Cook, Penny Way

For the child eager to master the waves, this practical guide offers clear steps to build the skills and confidence need

Ages 10–15

High-Action Sports Stories

It's Hard to Dribble with Your Feet

Val Priebe

For the child who excels in one area but feels discouraged when a new skill doesn't come naturally, this story explores

Ages 8–12

Victory School Superstars #1

I Only Surf Online

Val Priebe

For the child who prefers video games to the outdoors and feels anxious about trying something new, Carmen's journey fro

Ages 8–12

Usborne Music Guides

Learn to Play Guitar

Louisa Somerville, Tim Pells

For the aspiring young musician ready to pick up their first instrument, this guide provides the building blocks for mus

For the child trying a new sport for the first time or feeling nervous about moving from what they know to a brand-new c

For the young athlete eager to understand the world's most popular sport, this guide provides the rules, skills, and his

Ages 8–12

Play Like a Girl

Misty Wilson

For the child who feels like they don't fit into traditional gender roles or is struggling to maintain old friendships w

Ages 8–12

Getting Board?

David Hill

For the child who needs a boost of confidence to try something new, this story follows a boy finding his place in the hi

For the creative child eager to work with their hands and learn the history of a beautiful, practical craft.

For the child who loves gaming alone but needs to learn that winning as a team requires more than just high scores: it t

Ages 8–12

Matt Christopher Sports Classics

Baseball Flyhawk

Matt Christopher

For the child adjusting to a new home who feels like they have to work twice as hard to fit in and find their place on a

Ages 8–12

Easy French

Katie Daynes, Nicole Irving

For the child who wants to learn a new language without feeling like they are in a classroom, this guide uses a mystery

For the child who struggles with self-discipline or the pressure of competition, this story explores the grit needed to

Ages 8–12

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