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Books for Starting a New Activity

621 books

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Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Running Rivals

Jake Maddox

For the young athlete struggling to stay happy for a friend who is suddenly winning, this story explores the tension bet

For the child who sets big expectations and feels crushed when plans change. Ava Lin learns to find joy even when things

Ages 5–8

I Am Angela

Holly Keller

For the young explorer who finds magic in every beetle, bird, and backyard creature, this book celebrates a child's deep

Ages 6–9

Soccer 'Cats #10

All Keyed Up

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete who feels too small to compete, this story builds confidence through creative problem-solving and

Ages 6–9

Soccer Show-Off

Jake Maddox

For the talented player who struggles to pass the ball, this story helps kids understand that true victory comes from pl

Ages 8–11

The Dog That Called the Signals

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete navigating the line between fair play and an unfair advantage while balancing the pressure to win

Ages 7–10

Emma Raducanu

Sally Morgan

For the young athlete who needs a reminder that big dreams are possible with hard work. This biography follows Emma Radu

Ages 7–12

Matt Christopher Sports Classics

The Twenty-One Mile Swim

Matt Christopher

For the child who feels small or underestimated, Joseph's journey across a twenty-one-mile lake shows that grit and prac

For the young athlete who feels nervous about making mistakes on the field. Mike learns to face his performance anxiety

Ages 6–9

Matt Christopher Sports

The Basket Counts

Matt Christopher

For the child navigating unfair treatment from peers, this story explores how to handle prejudice on the court while sta

Ages 8–12

Matt Christopher Sports

The Winning Stroke

Matt Christopher

For the child recovering from an injury or feeling unsure about a new physical challenge, this story follows a boy findi

Ages 8–12

Matt Christopher Sports

Halfback Attack

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete who loves the game but struggles with the physical or social pressure of competition, especially w

Ages 8–12

Bunnies and Their Sports

Nancy Carlson

For children discovering the fun of staying active, this playful look at athletic bunnies shows how exercise can be a jo

Ages 3–7

Mystery Coach

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete who loves a good mystery and needs a boost in confidence when things on the field get tough.

Ages 8–12

Usborne First Words

First Thousand Words in Spanish

Heather Amery

For the curious learner ready to explore a second language, this vibrant search-and-find dictionary turns vocabulary bui

Ages 3–8

Usborne Hotshots #12

Starting French

Mandy Ross, Lisa Miles

For the curious learner ready to say 'Bonjour!' for the first time. This inviting workbook uses bright illustrations to

Ages 5–9

The Bike Ride

Nelson Goose

For the child facing the wobbles of a new challenge, this gentle story shows how a steady friend and a little persistenc

Ages 4–7

Matt Christopher Sports Classics

Prime-Time Pitcher

Matt Christopher

For the child who thrives on competition but feels the sting of peer pressure or jealousy from teammates while trying to

For the child who feels a flutter of nerves before trying something new or jumping into the water for the first time.

Ages 7–10

Sports Biographies

Chad Kerley: BMX's Breakout Star

Matt Chandler

For the child who loves their bike and needs to see that practice pays off: follow Chad Kerley's journey from a young ri

For the child navigating the pressure of a big performance or feeling a dash of envy when a friend gets the spotlight. A

For the child feeling nervous about their first day or wondering if they will find their place in a new group.

Ages 7–10

Superpower Dogs: Henry Avalanche Rescue Dog

Cosmic

For the child who is fascinated by working animals and real-life heroes. This gripping true story explores the incredibl

Ages 7–10

Jack Splash

Tom Daley, Simon James Green

For the child who feels like they are at the bottom of the scoreboard and needs a reminder that their unique talents are

Ages 8–12

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