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Basketball Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
365 books about basketball
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Athletes Who Made a Difference
Athletes Against War
Elliott Smith
For the child curious about how their sports heroes make a difference. This book explores how athletes use their fame to
Ages 8–12
Rigby Focus Forward
Energy in Sports
Rigby
For the young athlete who wonders how their body moves and jumps, this guide connects the dots between sports and the sc
Ages 6–9
This or That Sports Debate
This or That Sports Debate
Michelle Schaub
Compelling either/or questions about the world of sports spark lively debates and sharpen critical thinking skills for y
Ages 7–11
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On the Hook
Francisco X. Stork
A death threat from a gang member leaves Hector frozen in fear until a violent confrontation forces him to live side-by-
Ages 12–18
House of Sports
Marisabina Russo
For the child navigating the pressure of family expectations while trying to find their own path in sports and life.
Ages 9–12
Tall Story
Candy Gourlay
For the child navigating a blended family or waiting to meet a long-lost relative, this story explores the complexities
Ages 10–14
Sports Fun #2
Basketball Fun
Tyler Omoth
Learn the rules of the court, the gear you need to play, and why being a good sport is the most important part of gettin
Ages 5–8
Boost
Kathy Mackel
Savvy is six-foot-two and still growing, facing a new basketball team and a younger sister's jealousy as she fights to f
Ages 10–14
Defender
Graham McNamee
A gifted basketball player discovers a body in her Toronto building, leading her and her boyfriend into a dangerous web
Ages 14–18
Lives of... #5
Lives of the Athletes: Thrills, Spills (and What the Neighbors Thought)
Kathleen Krull
Colorful portraits and personal histories reveal the true lives of 23 famous athletes, showing the humans behind the fam
Ages 8–12
Fred Bowen Sports Story
Hardcourt Comeback
Fred Bowen
Trace the history of basketball from its humble beginnings with peach baskets to the legendary eras of greats like Bird
Ages 8–12
The Legend of Gravity: A Tall Basketball Tale
Charly Palmer
A neighborhood basketball team embarks on an amazing season defined by teamwork and unsung heroes in this tall tale illu
Ages 4–8
Any Small Goodness: A Novel of the Barrio
Tony Johnston
Life in East Los Angeles means standing up for your name, hitting the basketball court, and protecting the local librari
Ages 8–12
Stand Tall
Joan Bauer
Six-foot-three Tree navigates the challenges of middle school and his parents' divorce by finding purpose in helping his
Ages 10–14
Big Mouth & Ugly Girl
Joyce Carol Oates
An ordinary Thursday at Rocky River High shatters when detectives pull Matt Donaghy out of study hall, sparking a nightm
Ages 13–18
Legend of Sport
Boston Celtics
Jackson Wells
For the young sports fan eager to learn how a legendary team works together to win. This history of the Celtics inspires
Ages 7–10
Miss Mary Reporting
Sue Macy
For the child who needs to see that persistence pays off even when others say no, this biography follows a trailblazing
Ages 6–10
Fast Sam, Cool Clyde, and Stuff
Walter Dean Myers
For the child navigating the complex social waters of middle school and looking for a place to belong in a new neighborh
Ages 10–14
Inspirational Sports Stories for Young Readers
Inspirational Basketball GOATS Stories
Harris Baker
For the young sports fan who needs a boost of motivation, these true stories of basketball legends show that greatness i
Ages 8–12
Who HQ Illustrated Biographies
Michael Jordan
Ellen Labrecque
For the child who needs to know that even the greatest legends face rejection, this biography shows how hard work and gr
Ages 8–12
Who HQ Illustrated Biographies
Caitlin Clark
Olivia Luchini
For the young athlete who needs to see that hard work and record-breaking dreams are possible through dedication and tea
Ages 8–12
The Ultimate Trivia Book
The Ultimate Basketball Trivia Book
Sam Amico
For the basketball-obsessed child who loves reciting player stats and team history. This trivia guide turns sports knowl
Ages 10–18
The Incredibly Human Henson Blayze
Derrick Barnes
For the young athlete who feels the weight of everyone's expectations while privately navigating the discomfort and self
Ages 8–12
Teen Titans Go!
The Cruel Giggling Ghoul
Magnolia Belle
A trip to the amusement park to meet a basketball star turns into a spooky mystery that only the Teen Titans can solve w
Ages 4–8
