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Chapter Books About Starting a New Activity

Explore chapter books books about starting a new activity for children.

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Cover of Jim Nasium Is a Tennis Mismatch

Jim Nasium Is a Tennis Mismatch

Jim joins the school tennis team to impress a new girl, but his nerves make him more clumsy than ever just when he wants

Cover of D.W. Flips!

Arthur's little sister D.W. heads to gymnastics class, where she works on her rolls and tumbles in this funny, minimal-t

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Legends (in Their Own Lunchbox) #1

Stella: Circus Star

Meredith Costain

Stella is ready to be a circus star, but first she has to survive riding lessons and figure out how to stay in control o

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Orp #3

Orp Goes to the Hoop

Suzy Kline

Seventh grade brings a new challenge for baseball star Orp as he hits the court to see if his pitching arm can help him

Ages 8–12

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Boys' Lacrosse Fun

Imogen Kingsley

For the curious young athlete who wants to know how lacrosse is played. This simple guide uses bright photos to explain

Cover of Understanding Your Pony

Usborne Riding School

Understanding Your Pony

For the young animal lover getting ready for their first riding lesson, this guide helps decode pony behavior and build

Cover of Clyde Likes to Slide

Clyde the Hippo #3

Clyde Likes to Slide

For the child who feels nervous about trying new, bigger things. Clyde the hippo faces his playground fears with a littl

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¡Hola, Lola! #1

Lola Joins the Team

For the child feeling nervous about their first sports practice or struggling to pass the ball, this story helps navigat

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Bruno and the Crumhorn

Ursula Dubosarsky

For the child who feels overwhelmed by quirky family expectations or the embarrassment of being forced into a hobby that

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Diary of a Ballerina

For the child curious about what it is really like to take ballet lessons, from the first day of class to the big stage

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Kids Activities

For the child feeling nervous about their first sports class, this story highlights the focus, friendship, and fun found

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Usborne First Skills

Collecting Things

For the child who loves to gather treasures like shells, stones, or stickers. This practical guide helps young explorers

Cover of Ready to Fly

Silverlake Fairy School #5

Elizabeth Lindsay

For the child who is nervous about starting their first hobby or feels a mix of excitement and fear when trying somethin

Cover of Surfer Chick

For the child who needs a boost of courage to try something new, this playful story celebrates the grit it takes to mast

Cover of The Usborne Book of Horses & Ponies

Usborne Introduction to Horses and Ponies #1

The Usborne Book of Horses & Ponies

For the animal-loving child who dreams of their first riding lesson or wants to know every detail about different pony b

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Brontorina wants to be a ballerina more than anything, but it is hard to master the art of dance when you are a massive

Cover of Pulling Together

Cheerleaders #21

Pulling Together

Clashing egos and family secrets threaten to break the Tarrenton High cheer squad before they can learn to move as one.

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Alden All Stars #5

Setting the Pace

David Halecroft

For the child who struggles with self-discipline or the pressure of competition, this story explores the grit needed to

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Lola Levine: Drama Queen

Lola Levine faces stage fright during her class audition, but finding a unique way to contribute helps her save the play

Cover of Lights! Camera! Wubbzy!

Lights! Camera! Wubbzy!

For the child who feels nervous about performing or trying something new. Wubbzy faces stage fright and learns that with

Cover of Cycling

Usborne Beginners

For the child ready to ditch the training wheels or master their first bike. This practical guide builds confidence thro

Cover of Put Your Best Foot Forward: A Young Dancer's Guide to Life

Put Your Best Foot Forward: A Young Dancer's Guide to Life

For the aspiring dancer who wants to carry the grace of the stage into every part of their life through discipline, pois

Cover of Rose's Big Decision

Ballerina Dreams #3

Rose's Big Decision

Rose expects to hate her birthday ballet lessons, but once she starts enjoying the dance, she realizes she must choose b

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Sophie in the Saddle

Dick King-Smith

Animal-lover Sophie adds a pot-bellied pig and a gray pony named Bumblebee to her growing collection of pets during a bu

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