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Running & Track

100 books about running & track

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

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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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The Poetry Friday Anthology

Hop to It: Poems to Get You Moving

Janet Wong, Sylvia Vardell

For the active child who needs to wiggle, stretch, and process the world around them through movement and mindful reflec

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Spectacular Stories for Curious Kids #2

Spectacular Stories for Curious Kids: Sports Edition

Jesse Sullivan

For the child who loves sports trivia and stories of grit: these unusual historical anecdotes celebrate the determinatio

Ages 8–14

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Red Rocket Readers

Bugs and Beetles

For the child who loves slapstick humor and never-ending persistence. This high energy collection follows the cunning co

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Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Running Overload

For the child who feels pressured to do it all: this story helps young athletes navigate the stress of over-scheduling a

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Walter Dean Myers

For the teen feeling trapped by their circumstances and searching for a way out through their own unique talents and the

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Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #34

Dogsledding and Extreme Sports

Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce

For the curious child who loves true stories of brave animals and the grit of athletes, this guide explores the icy worl

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Read It Yourself

For the curious preschooler who loves to move, this book explains how running, jumping, and playing help their body grow

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Talking about Grief

Marie-Therese Miller

For the child grappling with the sudden loss of a close friend. This classic story helps young readers process the shock

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Brian Burks' Apache Stories #1

Runs with Horses

For the teen exploring what it means to be a man and finding their place within their community during a time of intense

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For the high-energy child who is always on the go. This simple story celebrates physical activity and the joy of moving

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Ninja Life Hacks

St. Patrick's Day Race

For the child who struggles with losing or feels tempted to cut corners when the stakes are high. A festive guide to win

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The Water Walker

Joanne Robertson

For the child curious about how one person can protect the Earth. This story follows an Ojibwe Grandmother’s journey to

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All About Outdoor Games

For the child who needs a break from screens and is looking for fun ways to play outside with friends, from classic spor

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Big Cats Wildlife

Paws and Claws! All About the Cheetah

For the young animal lover eager to discover nature's speed star. This vibrant guide uses clear text and photos to expla

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Horrid Henry #20

Horrid Henry's Gold Medal Games

Francesca Simon

For the child who struggles with competitive play, this humorous collection explores the messy, often frustrating side o

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The Incredible Feats of SamSquatch

Kelly Mahmo Poppins Gempler

For the child who needs a boost of confidence to try new things, this energetic story celebrates physical activity and t

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Corey and Abby Go to the Gym

For the child curious about big buildings and moving their body: join Corey and Abby as they discover what happens insid

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The Ultimate Animal Books for Kids

The Ultimate Cheetah Book for Kids

For the child who is fascinated by the natural world and wants to know exactly how the world's fastest land animal achie

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The Native Americans Who Changed the World

For the curious student who wants to see how people of all backgrounds shape our world, this book highlights the grit an

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Dr. Haitham Ahmed's Babies and Toddlers

The Musculoskeletal System for Babies and Toddlers

For the inquisitive toddler who wonders why they can jump and run. This sturdy guide introduces how our bones and muscle

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Boy Athletes Mental Skills

Outwork Everyone for Boy Athletes

For the young athlete who wants to level up their game by building a relentless work ethic and the mental toughness need

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Trickster's Bubble Trouble

For the child who loves fast-paced action and needs to see that even the strongest heroes must use their wits to escape

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For the child who tries to be a little too clever for their own good. Fox's schemes to win races and outsmart others lea

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