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Basketball Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
344 books about basketball
By format:
Chapter Books
(168)
Young Adult
(18)
Graphic Novels
(15)
Middle Grade
(10)
Poetry
(10)
Early Readers
(6)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Legends in Sports #1
Michael Jordan
Matt Christopher
From his childhood courts to his legendary professional career and a detour into baseball, this is the complete story of
Ages 8–12
The Fifth Quarter #1
The Fifth Quarter
Mike Dawson
Lori finds her voice and builds her confidence on the basketball court while navigating the pressures of school and her
Ages 8–12
Hoop Kings #2
New Royalty
Charles R. Smith Jr.
High-energy poems and bold photos celebrate the agility and finesse of NBA legends like LeBron James, Steph Curry, and B
Ages 7–12
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Scholastic Biography
Michael Jordan
Chip Lovitt
Michael Jordan's journey unfolds from his childhood in North Carolina to the heights of NBA stardom with the Chicago Bul
Ages 8–12
The Fifth Quarter #2
Hard Court
Mike Dawson
Lori finds her voice on the basketball court as she turns practice into confidence and navigates the social hurdles of f
Ages 8–12
The Real Sports Kid #2
The Real Slam Dunk
Charisse K. Richardson
Marcus is certain he is destined for the NBA, but a meeting with a professional athlete teaches him that there is more t
Ages 7–10
Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game
Kadir Nelson
Black players have shaped the soul of basketball through every decade, bringing style and skill to the court in this ill
Ages 8–12
Steve Nash: The Making of an MVP
Jeff Rud
Trace the path of Canadian athlete Steve Nash from his early days in a high school gym to his rise as an MVP star in the
Ages 9–12
Matt Christopher Sports Biographies
Dwight Howard
Matt Christopher, Stephanie Peters
Dwight Howard transformed from a high school phenomenon into a dominant NBA force. Trace his rise through stats, highlig
Ages 8–12
Basketball Dreams
Chris Paul
NBA star Chris Paul shares how his grandfather Papa Chilly taught him that kindness and determination are the real keys
Ages 4–8
DK Readers
Caitlin Clark
Ellen Labrecque
Follow the rise of a basketball phenomenon to learn how dedication and skill turned Caitlin Clark into one of the most e
Ages 5–8
The Wizenard Series #2
Season One
Kobe Bryant, Wesley King
Reggie is a benchwarmer for the worst team in the league, but he must endure magical, grueling practices to unlock his t
Ages 10–14
Fade to Blue
Sean Beaudoin
A girl with missing father and a basketball star find their worlds colliding in a surreal mystery where reality seems to
Ages 14–18
Hero
Perry Moore
Thom Creed is a basketball star with a hidden life: he has superpowers and he is gay. Now he must join the very League t
Ages 13–18
Bo at the Buzz #3
Bo and the Basketball Game
Elliott Smith
For the child attending their first live game or joining a team, Bo the Bear helps little ones understand how to be a gr
Ages 5–8
Sports Adventures #2
Basketball Break
C. C. Joven
For the young athlete who is learning that how you play the game matters just as much as the score.
Ages 6–9
My Amazing Toddler Behavioral Series
I Am Kind. I Do Not Bully!
Suzanne T. Christian
For the teenager navigating the complex feelings of leaving home to pursue a better education while staying true to thei
Ages 13–18
Greatest of All Time
Basketball Greats
Matt Doeden
Basketball stars like Michael Jordan and Maya Moore reached superstardom by playing the game in ways no one had ever ima
Ages 8–11
Take It to the Hoop, Magic Johnson
Quincy Troupe
The rhythm of the court comes alive in this rhythmic tribute to Magic Johnson, celebrating his legendary basketball skil
Ages 6–10
Game Changer #2
Rivals
Tommy Greenwald
Scandals and intense pressure collide for two rival basketball stars as their middle school season is caught in the cros
Ages 8–12
Victory School Superstars #2
Camden's Game
Trisha Speed Shaskan
Camden wonders if his basketball skills match the speed of a cheetah or the leap of a frog while he plays a friendly gam
Ages 5–8
Jake Maddox Sports Stories
Free Throw Fail
Jake Maddox
Jake is a star on the court, but his confidence vanishes at the foul line. He must conquer his nerves before the coach s
Ages 8–12
Jordan
Charles R. Smith Jr.
For the young athlete who dreams of greatness: this rhythmic, photographic tribute captures the legendary MJ's grit and
Ages 8–12
Cool Sports Facts
Cool Basketball Facts
Abby Czeskleba
See the records, equipment, and rules of the court through clear photos and facts that break down how the game of basket
Ages 5–8
