About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is just starting to show an interest in basketball and wants to understand the game beyond just putting a ball in a hoop. This highly visual guide from DK breaks down the history, rules, and fundamental skills of the sport in an engaging and accessible way. It reinforces emotional themes like the importance of teamwork to achieve a common goal, the resilience needed to practice and improve, and the self-confidence that comes from mastering a new skill. For ages 7 to 11, its combination of exciting photos and clear, bite-sized information makes it a perfect resource to nurture a new passion and answer a child's many questions.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book maintains a positive and informational tone focused on the sport itself.
Ideal Reader
An 8-year-old who just joined their first recreational league and feels overwhelmed by the rules and drills. Also, a 10-year-old sports enthusiast who loves consuming facts and statistics and wants a reference guide to deepen their knowledge of a favorite sport.
Parent Prep
No prep is needed. The book is designed for browsing, and a child can easily jump to chapters that interest them most, whether it's the player profiles or the skills section. It's a fantastic book for co-reading and discovery. A parent hears their child say, "I want to play basketball at recess, but I don't know how," or, "Why did the referee blow the whistle?" while watching a game together. The child is showing curiosity but lacks the foundational knowledge to participate or fully understand.
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