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365 books about basketball
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3–5
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Cam Jansen #1
The Summer Camp Mysteries
David A. Adler
For the child who loves solving puzzles and needs a boost of confidence before their first sleepaway experience at summe
Ages 7–10
Pro Basketball Champions
Kawhi Leonard: Pro Basketball Champion
Shane Frederick
For the young basketball fan who wants to know how the best players reached the top through hard work and defensive mast
Ages 7–10
Amazing But True Sports Stories #2
More Amazing But True Sports Stories
Phyllis Hollander, Zander Hollander
For the young sports enthusiast who loves bite-sized facts, this collection of 70 true stories celebrates the weird and
Ages 8–12
Hoops
Matt Tavares
For the child who feels things aren't fair because of their gender, this inspiring true story follows a 1970s girls' bas
Ages 8–12
Outside Shooter
Thomas J. Dygard
For the teen who struggles with self-discipline and authority. This classic sports novel explores how a talented athlete
Ages 10–15
Planet Middle School #1
Planet Middle School
Nikki Grimes
For the girl navigating the confusing shift from being one of the guys to experiencing the complex social and physical c
Ages 10–14
Don't Care High
Gordon Korman
For the student who feels like just another face in the crowd and needs to see how one person (or a manufactured icon) c
Ages 11–15
The Book of Experiments #3
The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science
Sean Connolly
For the young athlete who asks 'why?', this book uses 54 backyard experiments to reveal the physics and biology behind w
Ages 8–13
When They Were Kids
When Martin Luther King Jr. Wore Roller Skates
Mark Andrew Weakland
For the child who loves sports but is starting to ask big questions about why some things aren't fair: see young Martin'
Ages 6–9
The Undefeated
Kwame Alexander
For the family seeking to honor Black history through an inspiring lens of resilience, this poetic masterpiece celebrate
Ages 6–12
Forward Pass
Thomas J. Dygard
For the child who wants to challenge the status quo, this story explores what happens when a girl breaks traditional bar
Ages 10–14
The Crossover #1
The Crossover
Kwame Alexander
For the basketball fan or budding poet navigating the high-stakes pressure of competition, evolving family bonds, and th
Ages 10–14
Fun Fan Facts: The Unofficial Sports Guide #11
San Antonio Spurs
Jake Liam
For the basketball fan who wants to know everything about their favorite team: from historic championships to the legend
Ages 8–12
True Ballerz
LeBron James
Chris Johnson
For the young sports fan who needs to see how perseverance and community loyalty can turn big dreams into a legendary re
Ages 8–12
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
Winning Season #2
Technical Foul
Rich Wallace
For the child who struggles with losing or blames others for mistakes: a fast-paced basketball story about learning that
Ages 8–12
Matt Christopher Sports Biographies
On the Court with... Stephen Curry
Matt Christopher
For the young athlete who feels too small or overlooked, this biography follows Steph Curry's journey from being an unde
Ages 8–12
Fun Fan Facts: The Unofficial Sports Guide #9
Dallas Mavericks
Jake Liam
For the young basketball fan eager to learn about team history and the excitement of the NBA through the lens of a popul
Ages 7–11
Big Book of Who
Big Book of Who: Basketball
Sports Illustrated Kids
For the child who loves trivia and wants to feel like an expert on the court. This guide highlights the legends and fact
Ages 8–12
The Story Of
The Story of Caitlin Clark
Rachelle Burk
For the young sports fan who needs to see that hard work and passion can change the game. Discover how a girl from Iowa
Ages 6–9
Millicent Min and Friends #2
Stanford Wong Flunks Big-Time
Lisa Yee
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations and the sting of keeping a secret, this story navigates the pres
Ages 9–13
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
Million Dollar Series #1
The Million Dollar Shot
Dan Gutman
For the child who feels the pressure of high stakes and big dreams, this story explores how determination and practice c
Ages 8–12
Barely Missing Everything
Matt Mendez
For the teenager navigating the weight of family secrets and systemic barriers while trying to define their own future i
Ages 14–18
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