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Scholastic Year in Sports #2016
Year in Sports 2016
James Buckley Jr.
For the child who loves sports facts and figures. This vibrant reference guide captures the biggest moments and stars of
Ages 8–12
Scooby-Doo! Mysteries #24
Scooby-Doo! and the Hoopster Horror
James Gelsey
For the child who loves solving puzzles and needs a boost in confidence as they transition to longer chapter books with
Ages 7–10
Scholastic Year in Sports #2017
Year in Sports 2017
James Buckley Jr.
For the young sports fan who loves memorizing stats and reliving the greatest plays. This reference guide keeps the exci
Ages 8–12
The Rhyming Season
Edward Averett
The varsity girls' basketball court becomes a place for rhythm and self-discovery when an eccentric coach introduces the
Ages 12–17
Swagger
Carl Deuker
Jonas has a shot at a basketball scholarship, but everything is at risk when he discovers the dark, hidden nature of the
Ages 12–17
Friends with Disabilities
My Friend Has ADHD
Amanda Doering Tourville
For children who want to understand why a friend acts differently, this gentle guide explains ADHD through the lens of a
Ages 4–8
A Short History of the Girl Next Door
Jared Reck
High school life brings unexpected romance and basketball rivalries until a sudden tragedy shifts everything for two lif
Ages 14–18
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
Gateway Biographies #1
Barack Obama
Michael Burgan
For the child curious about leadership and modern history, this visual biography introduces the path and presidency of t
Ages 8–12
Athletes for Gender Equity Billie Jean King, the U. S. Women's Soccer Team, and More
Jaclyn Jaycox
For the young athlete who notices things aren't always fair on the field, this guide explores the history of sports star
Ages 8–11
Lil' Romeo!
Michael-Anne Johns
Go behind the scenes with the star of the Nickelodeon show Romeo! through quotes and a timeline of his rise as a young r
Ages 7–11
So Yesterday
Scott Westerfeld
Hunter is a trend-spotter paid to be cool, but meeting a girl with a basketball and blue hair pulls him into a mystery i
Ages 12–17
Jalen Brunson Story Book
K K Readers
For the young sports fan who dreams of the big leagues. This profile of NBA star Jalen Brunson highlights how hard work
Ages 7–11
Fastest Game on Two Feet: And Other Poems About How Sports Began, The
Alice Low
Rhythmic verses and watercolor art reveal the surprising ancient origins of today's favorite sports, from the earliest g
Ages 8–12
The Kids' Guide to Sports
The Kids' Guide to Sports Media
Shane Frederick
Franky Pierson must face the chilling truth about her mother’s disappearance and her father’s dark role in it through th
Ages 8–12
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
Marshmallow & Jordan
Alina Chau
Jordan thinks her days as an athlete are over after a car accident, until a magical baby elephant helps her find a brand
Ages 8–12
Biographies For Beginning Readers
Luka Doncic
S.B. Jenkins
For the basketball-obsessed child who dreams of the big leagues. This accessible biography shows how hard work and passi
Ages 7–11
We Need Diverse Books
Flying Lessons & Other Stories
Ellen Oh
Ten distinct stories follow different young people as they learn the power of embracing their unique identities and the
Ages 8–12
Sports Illustrated Kids: Slam Dunk
Slam Dunk Book of Basketball
Matt Doeden
For the young fan who eats, sleeps, and breathes basketball. This high-energy guide breaks down the game's history and s
Ages 8–12
Dairy Queen #2
The Off Season
Catherine Gilbert Murdock
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family responsibility and the sudden, life-altering injuries of a loved one.
Ages 12–18
Young Founder: Hustle Series
Philly Hustle: From Dough to Dollars
Gregory Lilien
Dante and Imani turn a neighborhood snack into a booming business fueled by bold flavors, clever branding, and the grit
Ages 9–12
Great Number Rumble: A Story of Math in Surprising Places, The
Cora Lee, Gillian O'Reilly
When math is banned from the classroom, Sam takes on the director of education to show how geometry and ratios are hidde
Ages 9–13
Garden Heights #1
The Hate U Give
Angie Thomas
Starr Carter is the only witness to a fatal police shooting of her best friend, leaving her to decide if speaking up is
Ages 14–18
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