Sports & Recreation

2026 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICKExperience a quiet day on the river with Papa in this sentimental picture book about fly fishing and conservation that Kirkus Reviews says "captures...

A young girl learns how to manage her emotions and channel her tennis hero, Arthur Ashe, in the new book by Geisel Award-winning creator James Yang. A young girl loves to play tennis with her father...

All-star Baby Dunks-a-Lot is back and ready to help his team solve a basketball mystery in this hilarious and sporty tale from NBA champion Jayson Tatum"There's only one person who can save the game...

Join a young rider and her pony on a trail ride adventure in this tender ode to the power of friendship and trust shared between a child and animal. Easy gallop, wild and free.Endless fun, you and me...

This bounce-to-the-beat picture book by America's favorite rapping teacher follows a young son who helps his father overcome his fear of swimming. Bloop. Dribble. Drip. Drizzle. Splish. Spray...

Cammie likes routines. She likes schedules. She likes things to happen on time and when she expects them. She likes order in her city life, her classroom, and at home with her family. When life is...

A young girl learns that sometimes letting go is part of the journey when her family's surfboard creates memories with a new rider. Lana's great-grandmother's surfboard hangs above the counter in the...

Mia finds her bravery and catches her first real wave while surfing with her abuela in this joyful, lyrical picture book that's perfect for summer and for grandparent/grandchild sharing. One early...

Joanna Ho, New York Times bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, returns with another sweet, funny picture book about summertime outdoor adventures and the unforgettable memories often...

An adorable, action-packed spin on Cinderella featuring lots of soccer and a prince with two royal dads. Jack begs his dad to tell him his favorite bedtime story, the one about Leo and the royal...

Thwaack ! Whummpp! Klangg! From a park in the United States to a pitch in India, from the seaside in Nigeria to a stadium in Uruguay, there's one game that brings the world together. Whether you...

Join best friends Frank and Bert in their fourth adventure, packed with soccer, friendship, and heart.Meet Frank and Bert. Frank LOVES soccer and he's teaching Bert everything he knows. Bert has the...

Competitive twins are transported to a place where it's all soccer all the time--and where teamwork is paramount--in this perfect wish-fulfillment story for all the legions of young fans everywhere. ...

U.S. Men's Soccer's Captain America, Christian Pulisic, tells a story of focus, determination, and most of all, confidence--all the soccer superpowers you need! Just in time for the 2026 World Cup!...

Multi-talented athlete, actor, artist, and writer Terry Crews celebrates the joy of pursuing your passions, no matter how ambitious, in his inspirational debut picture book about dreaming boldly. ...

From the award-winning illustrator of The Hockey Song comes a stunning tribute to baseball's most beloved anthem. Take me out to the ball game! A boy tries to convince his father to leave his work...

Saddle up! This joy-filled story--about family traditions, fierce competitions, female bravado, and the real meaning of triumph--is sure to win your heart.Rhea LOVES Rodeo Day!She loves the boots and...

The fifth installment in the Schneider Award Honor-winning young middle grade series starring an unforgettable young boy on the autism spectrum, from National Book Award finalist Elana K. Arnold.For...