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Sports Poetry
Explore poetry books about sports for children.
53 books
Experiencing Poetry
Sports Poems
Mary Colson
For the young athlete who is just starting to find their favorite game. These simple poems capture the excitement of spo
Ages 5–7
Poetry Builders
Pucks, Clubs, and Baseball Gloves: Reading and Writing Sports Poems
Catherine Ipcizade, Blake A. Hoena, Matthew Loveridge, Mark Weakland
For the sports enthusiast who thinks they don't like poetry, this guide uses the excitement of the game to teach creativ
Ages 7–11
Outside the Lines Poetry at Play
Brad Burg
For the child who loves to move, these playful shape poems turn playground activities and sports into visual art that le
Ages 5–9
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Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
Hoop Queens
Charles R. Smith, Jr.
Celebrate the speed and power of WNBA legends through rhythmic poetry and high energy photography for your budding athle
Ages 8–12
Soccer Kings #2
World Soccer Kings
Charles R. Smith Jr.
For the soccer-obsessed kid who dreams of the pitch, these rhythmic poems celebrate the speed, skill, and spirit of the
Ages 7–12
Lunch Money And Other Poems About School
Carol Diggory Shields
For the elementary schooler who needs a laugh to navigate the daily rhythms of the classroom, cafeteria, and playground.
Ages 6–10
The Man from the Land of Fandango
Margaret Mahy
A mysterious, bouncing man who only appears once every five hundred years arrives to juggle and dance through these rhyt
Ages 4–8
Countdown to Summer: A Poem for Every Day of the School Year
J. Patrick Lewis
A daily dose of whimsy for the whole school year. From the first bus ride to the final bell, these 180 poems capture the
Ages 6–11
A Stick Is an Excellent Thing: Poems Celebrating Outdoor Play
Marilyn Singer
For children who need a nudge to step away from screens and rediscover the magic of a simple stick, a mud puddle, or a g
Ages 4–8
Almost Late to School And More School Poems
Carol Diggory Shields
The chaos of the classroom and the rush for the bus turn into a series of funny, relatable poems about the ups and downs
Ages 5–9
The Undefeated
Kwame Alexander
This lyrical ode honors the grit and perseverance of Black Americans, from the trauma of the past to the triumphant spir
Ages 6–12
I Promise #1
I Promise
LeBron James
For children building their character and confidence. This rhythmic call to action encourages kids to make daily promise
Ages 4–8
Verla Kay's Historical Stories
Broken Feather
Verla Kay
A young girl named Broken Feather witnesses the transformation of the Nez Percé way of life as newcomers arrive and fore
Ages 6–10
He Said, She Said
Kwame Alexander
When a smooth-talking football star and the school’s top student lead a social media revolution, they find an unexpected
Ages 14–18
Hoop Kings #3
Hoop Queens 2
Charles R. Smith Jr.
Rhythmic poems celebrate the power and skill of basketball legends like Sue Bird and Brittney Griner as they dominate th
Ages 8–12
The World's Greatest Poems
J. Patrick Lewis
Scorpion eaters and cobra kissers take center stage in this zany collection of poems about the world's most bizarre and
Ages 6–10
Hoop Kings #1
Hoop Kings
Charles R. Smith Jr.
Rhythmic verses capture the explosive energy and legendary skills of basketball icons like Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'N
Ages 8–12
Heard it in the Playground
Allan Ahlberg
For the child navigating the highs and lows of the school day, from playground whispers to the chaos of the classroom, t
Ages 7–11
If
Rudyard Kipling
A father shares his timeless hopes and steady wisdom through the verses of this celebrated poem, brought to life with be
Ages 6–10
That Sweet Diamond: Baseball Poems
Paul B. Janeczko
The rhythm of the ballpark comes alive through poetic snapshots of double plays, the catcher's blues, and the quiet mome
Ages 6–12
For the Love of the Game: Michael Jordan and Me
Eloise Greenfield
The legendary drive of Michael Jordan inspires two children to find their own grit and determination in this encouraging
Ages 4–8
Red Dog, Blue Fly: Football Poems
Sharon Bell Mathis
For the young athlete navigating the highs and lows of the field: these rhythmic poems capture the nerves, the teamwork,
Ages 6–10
Soccer Kings #1
Soccer Queens
Charles R. Smith Jr.
High-energy poems and bold photos celebrate the finesse of soccer legends like Megan Rapinoe and the historic 99ers who
Ages 7–12
More Formats for Sports
Chapter Books
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Young Adult
(293)
Graphic Novels
(200)
Early Readers
(139)
Picture Books
(131)
Middle Grade
(115)
Board Books
(8)
Sports by Age Group
Sports Books for Ages 0–3
(870)
Sports Books for Ages 12–18
(2835)
Sports Books for Ages 4–7
(3092)
Sports Books for Ages 8–11
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