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Running & Track

100 books about running & track

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

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Red Rocket Readers #11

Hare and Tortoise

For the child who feels discouraged by faster peers, this classic fable shows that staying focused and steady leads to i

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Red Rocket Readers

For the early reader who loves to giggle at the unexpected. This simple book uses silly competitions to build reading co

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The Running Dream

Wendelin Van Draanen

For the teen facing a life-altering setback, this moving story explores how to redefine yourself and find hope when your

Ages 12–18

Cover of Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice

Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice

Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes

For the young reader seeking inspiration on how to channel their talents into a stand for justice, even when the world i

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Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #10

Ancient Greece and the Olympics

Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce

For the curious child who loves the Magic Tree House series and wants to know the real history behind Jack and Annie's a

Cover of Who Wins the Race?

Who Wins the Race?

For the early reader building confidence, this simple story uses a fun animal competition to turn high-frequency words i

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The Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears and the Big Road Race

Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain

For the child who loves the thrill of a race and is learning that slow and steady can lead to big surprises.

Cover of The Berenstain Bears Ready, Get Set, Go!

The Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears Ready, Get Set, Go!

Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain

For the child learning about sportsmanship and competition for the first time. This rhythmic story follows the Bear fami

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The Berenstain Bears

The Berenstain Bears’ Big Track Meet

Mike Berenstain

For the child learning to navigate competition, this story offers a gentle lesson on focusing on your own personal best

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LGBTQ+ Athletes Claim the Field

Alex Jackson Nelson, Kirstin Cronn-Mills

For the young athlete who wants to see themselves on the field, this guide celebrates the history and courage of LGBTQ+

Cover of Pure Grit

Lily Collison, Kara Buckley

For the young athlete facing physical hurdles or anyone needing a reminder that resilience and 'grit' can turn obstacles

Cover of Strider

For the adolescent navigating the complexities of a changing family and finding their own pace through high school with

Cover of Half Moon Summer

Half Moon Summer

For the preteen navigating the messy transitions of middle school, family secrets, and the quiet power of showing up for

Cover of Pete the Cat: Rocking Field Day

Pete the Cat: Rocking Field Day

James Dean, Kimberly Dean

For the child who feels pressured to win, Pete the Cat shows that the best part of any competition is having fun and bei

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Running the Road to ABC

Denizé Lauture

For the child who needs to see the power of perseverance, this story honors the long, early morning trek of Haitian chil

Cover of See Me Run

For the early reader who loves high-energy play and needs a confidence boost. This simple, repetitive story celebrates t

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Kindness for Kids #1

Kindness for Boys

Alan Watts, Steve Brewer

For children navigating divided communities or seeking their place in the world. This story explores how one boy's extra

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Junie B. Jones #7

Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren

For the child who feels like they can't keep up with the 'cool' kids and needs a reminder that being themselves is the b

Cover of Karen's Runaway Turkey

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #115

Karen's Runaway Turkey

For the child who loves the excitement of holiday traditions and friendly competition, this story captures the fun of a

Cover of Horrid Henry's Sports Day

Horrid Henry #24

Horrid Henry's Sports Day

Francesca Simon

For the child who struggles with losing or feels the pressure of competition, Henry's hilarious schemes offer a relatabl

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Amazing Facts about the Science of Sports

For the young athlete who wonders why some balls curve and others fly, this guide reveals the hidden science in every ki

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Jacqueline Wilson

For the child grappling with the sudden loss of a peer and the complicated, sometimes intrusive nature of grief and memo

Cover of Play! Play! Play!

Play! Play! Play!

Douglas Florian

For the energetic toddler who loves moving and grooving, this rhythmic board book celebrates the simple joy of active pl

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Way of the Warrior Kid #1

Way of the Warrior Kid

For the child who feels powerless against a school bully or struggles with gym class. This guide builds the mental and p

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