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18 books about basketball
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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Little Golden Book Biography
LeBron James: A Little Golden Book Biography
Shasta Clinch
For the little sports fan who needs to see how hard work and kindness can lead to big dreams both on and off the basketb
Ages 2–5
Gus and Grandpa #9
Gus and Grandpa at Basketball
Claudia Mills
For the child who loves the game but feels overwhelmed by the noise and pressure of competition. A gentle guide to findi
Ages 5–8
The Berenstain Bears Living Lights
God Loves You!
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child facing disappointment when things don't go as planned, this story offers a gentle reminder that there is a
Ages 4–8
Little Johnny Plays Hoops
Baby Professor
For the child discovering a new passion or learning the basics of a sport. This book introduces the fundamentals of bask
Ages 4–8
An Aida and Amari Series
Amari Plays Basketball
Carline Constant, Gregory Constant
For the child who is nervous about starting their first sports team or learning a new game. Amari shows that practice an
Ages 4–8
The Berenstain Bears
The Berenstain Bears God Loves You!
Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child facing disappointment when things don't go as planned, this story offers a comforting perspective on trust
Ages 3–7
Bo at the Buzz #3
Bo and the Basketball Game
Elliott Smith
For the child attending their first live game or joining a team, Bo the Bear helps little ones understand how to be a gr
Ages 5–8
Goodnight Sports #6
Goodnight Basketball
Michael Dahl
For the young sports enthusiast who needs help transitioning from the high-energy excitement of the court to a peaceful
Ages 4–7
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books
Little Kids First Big Book of Sports
James Buckley Jr., National Geographic Kids
Perfect for preschoolers curious about the big wide world of play, this introduction to sports uses vibrant photography
Ages 3–6
Goodnight Sports
Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Books
Michael Dahl
For the little athlete who finds it hard to bench their energy at night, these sports-themed rhymes turn bedtime routine
Ages 2–5
Wonder Readers
Sports Rules
Elizabeth Moore
For the child who wants to join the game but isn't quite sure how it works, this guide simplifies the rules of popular s
Ages 5–8
H.O.R.S.E.
Christopher Myers
For friends who love to challenge each other, this story celebrates how playful competition and big imaginations can tur
Ages 5–10
The Last Game
Latonya Duncan
For the child learning how to handle the end of a sports season or the bittersweet feeling of finishing something they l
Ages 5–10
The Game Is On! #4
The Basketball Game Is On!
Coach Craig
For the little athlete nervous about their first game or wanting to learn the ropes of the court through a fun, rhythmic
Ages 3–7
Little Golden Book Biography
Barack Obama
Frank Berrios
For the young dreamer who needs to see that big goals are possible through hard work, this gentle introduction celebrate
Ages 2–5
Jimmy's Boa #4
Jimmy's Boa and the Bungee Jump Slam Dunk
Trinka Hakes Noble
For the child who loves slapstick humor and needs to see how even the most chaotic school trip can turn into a winning t
Ages 4–8
Kicks
Van G. Garrett
For the child who expresses their personality through their style, this rhythmic celebration of sneaker culture builds c
Ages 4–8
Above the Rim How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how heroes are made off the court through courage and quiet stren
Ages 4–12
