Girls With Guts
From Olympic gold medalists, to World Cup champs to tennis titans and more, the sporty girls featured in these books have all got serious guts!
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Gymnastics Superstar Simone...
Bumba Books — Sports Superstars (Series)
Jon M. Fishman Author
Book Buddy Digital Media Narrator
(2019)
English
Gymnast Simone Biles won four Olympic gold medals in 2016, and she plans to compete at the Olympics again in 2021. This carefully leveled text with engaging photos and critical thinking questions w... Read more
It is July 1928, and Canada’s first women’s Olympic team — “The Matchless Six” — is heading to Amsterdam, the site of the ninth Olympiad of the modern era. Canad... Read more
A snowboarding prodigy tries to reclaim her standing as the "Golden Girl" at her elite winter sports academy in this brand-new M!X novel.Lexi Miller—a.k.a. "Golden Girl"—is the snowboar... Read more
On the court, on the field, on the course, or in the gym, female athletes are getting it done. This title highlights the stars who rule girls' volleyball today and the skills they've mastered on th... Read more
On the court, on the field, on the course, or in the gym, female athletes are getting it done. This title highlights the stars who rule girls' softball today and the skills they've mastered on the ... Read more
On the court, on the field, on the course, or in the gym, female athletes are getting it done. This title highlights the stars who rule girls' soccer today and the skills they've mastered on the wa... Read more
Softball is exciting to watch, but it's even more fun to play! Kids can take the field by learning the rules of the sport, the equipment and skills needed to play, and the importance of good sports... Read more
Simone Biles
Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports (Series)
Lisa M. Bolt Simons Author
(2021)
English
Simone Biles may be small in size, but she is larger than life in the sport of gymnastics! A coach recognized Biles's natural talent at just six years old. Since then, Biles has overcome many chall... Read more
Coco Gauff won the Junior title at the 2018 French Open when she was just 13 years old. She is a fan-favorite on the pro-tennis circuit, going so far as to beat her idol, Venus Williams. Find out h... Read more
Serena Williams
Athletes Who Made a Difference (Series)
Blake Hoena Author
Book Buddy Digital Media Narrator
(2021)
English
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Working through times of setbacks and Grand Slam glory, Serena Williams ha... Read more
G.O.A.T. Women's Basketball...
Greatest of All Time Teams (Series)
Matt Doeden Author
(2021)
English
From the Minnesota Lynx to the Phoenix Mercury, which women's basketball team is the greatest? Follow along in this fun and informational ranking to see which team is number one. Read more
This title focuses on Simone Biles and gives information related to her early life, her time in the pros, and the legacy she leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, si... Read more
This title focuses on Coco Gauff and gives information related to her early life, her time in the pros, and the legacy she leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simp... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level U, Lexile 870L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes sports-related vocabulary and re... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level T, Lexile 830L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes vocabulary list and review activ... Read more
As a child, Mallory Pugh would do anything she could to watch soccer, practice soccer, and play soccer. She was soccer obsessed! Not much has changed for Pugh in terms of her passion for soccer. In... Read more
Aly Raisman started gymnastics when she was just 2 years old. In 2011, she helped the U.S. gymnastics team win the World Championships. The next year she participated in her first Olympic Games in ... Read more
The Greatest Wrestlers of All...
Greatest of All Time: Sports Stars (Series)
Kristen Nelson Author
(2019)
English
What makes a great wrestler? Some might say it's technique. Others might look at strength. For those who love pro wrestling, the ultimate decider might be charisma! Both amateur wrestlers and profe... Read more
The Greatest Track Stars of...
Greatest of All Time: Sports Stars (Series)
Matt Jankowski Author
(2019)
English
"On your mark, get set, go!" Readers will see if they can keep up as they race to read more about the fastest sprinters, longest jumpers, and strongest throwers of track and field. The inspiring te... Read more
Serena vs. Venus vs....
Who's the GOAT? Using Math to Crown the Champion (Series)
Gary Wiener Author
(2019)
English
This enlightening book compares the lives and careers of four great women's tennis players: Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova and Martina Navratilova. Each of these women is a legend... Read more
Like dancers in the sky, aerial silks athletes hang from long strips of fabric and perform acrobatics suspended from them with beauty, grace, and sheer physical skill. This captivating book encoura... Read more
Gymnastics for Fun and Fitness
Sports for Fun and Fitness (Series)
Ty Schalter Author
(2019)
English
Gymnastics requires balance, patience, flexibility, and coordination. From floor routines to balance beams, from pommel horses to uneven bars and the vault, this easy-to-follow guide explores every... Read more
All-court tennis phenom Sloane Stephens is ranked fourth in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) with six singles titles and one US Open Championship. Read all about this WTA superstar! Read more
Only a few countries were represented by athletes at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 in Athens. Today, more than 10,000 athletes from over 200 countries compete in the Summer Olympic Games. ... Read more
As more girls are becoming interested in playing a variety of sports, these young female athletes are in need of a useful guide created with them in mind. This guide presents the basic rules of soc... Read more
There has been an increase in young girls playing hockey, and field hockey is a very popular version of this sport for girls to play. This essential guide introduces readers to important aspects of... Read more
There has been a rise in young female athletes showing an interest in playing particular sports, such as basketball. This comprehensive guide, created specifically for them, presents the basic rule... Read more
Bring history home with you and meet some of the world's greatest game changers! Get inspired by the true story of the most award-winning American gymnast. This biography series is for kids who lov... Read more
Amazing Women in Sports
Scoop! The Unauthorized Biography (Series)
Book 5
Jennifer Poux Author
(2020)
English
Introducing a new series of unauthorized biographies on the world's biggest names and rising stars in entertainment, sports, and pop culture! Complete with quizzes, listicles, trivia, and a full-co... Read more
Serena Williams: Tennis Icon examines the life of the most successful female tennis player of the modern era, a woman who redefined greatness on the court while balancing a career in fashion design... Read more
Yvette Williams
Reading Legends (Series)
David Riley Author
Chad Robertson Illustrator
(2019)
English
Yvette Williams represented New Zealand in the discus, hurdles, javelin, shot put and basketball. Some people think she's the best Kiwi athlete ever. But Yvette is most famous for a 6.24 meter long... Read more
What exactly does a cheerleader do? How did cheerleading begin? What are the most important things a cheerleader needs to know? From tumbling and chanting to motions and stunts, learn all about the... Read more
Cheer your team to victory with rhythm and rhyme! These catchy cheers and chants will fire up the crowd and help boost your team to victory. Learn some basic information about the three sports that... Read more
A Win for Women
Greatest Sports Moments (Series)
Brandon Terrell Author
Eduardo Garcia Illustrator
(2019)
English
In 1973 two of the world's most famous tennis stars took part in what became known as the "Battle of the Sexes." Bobby Riggs embraced the idea that men were superior to women in every way and claim... Read more
This must-have book explores issues related to girls and sports through a collection of personal accounts and factual articles. Using a variety of sources, this book explores whether or not sports ... Read more
Soccer has been played for over 200 years in hundreds of countries across the globe. While it doesn't always get the same level of exposure that football or basketball enjoy in the United States, p... Read more
Elena Delle Donne stood out from her peers very early on. During her high school basketball career, Delle Donne helped lead her team to a number of state championships, securing her a place as one ... Read more
Celebrated picture book biographer Jeanette Winter shares the story of champion tennis players—and sisters—Venus and Serena Williams.Before they were famous tennis stars, Venus and Sere... Read more
Celebrate women athletes who played all kinds of sports before Title IX finally allowed them to compete in the Olympics, tournaments, and in leagues across America. No chasing! No stretching ... Read more
The Middle Grade Memoir of a Girl Boxer and Future Olympian.In this Lean-In style inspirational memoir, twelve-year-old Jesselyn Silva offers a ringside seat to girl power and what it takes to win ... Read more
The Middle Grade Memoir of a Girl Boxer and Future Olympian.In this Lean-In style inspirational memoir, twelve-year-old Jesselyn Silva offers a ringside seat to girl power and what it takes to win ... Read more
On the morning of August 6, 1926, Gertrude Ederle stood in her bathing suit on the beach at Cape Gris-Nez, France, and faced the churning waves of the English Channel. Twenty-one miles across the p... Read more
The inspiring and critically acclaimed all-American story of faith, family, hard work, and perseverance by Olympic fencer, activist, New York Times bestselling author, and Time "100 Most Influentia... Read more
Growing up in a crime-plagued, gang-infested neighborhood, Venus and Serena Williams were led to believe their environment was not a place where dreams could come true. It took a relentless determi... Read more
U.S. Women's National Soccer...
21st Century Skills Library: Sports Unite Us (Series)
J. E. Skinner Author
(2018)
English
Most of the time sports are seen as the height of competition, but often they also bring people together in times of cultural, social, and political upheaval. U.S. Women's National Soccer Team expl... Read more
Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs
21st Century Skills Library: Sports Unite Us (Series)
J. E. Skinner Author
(2018)
English
Most of the time sports are seen as the height of competition, but often they also bring people together in times of cultural, social, and political upheaval. Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs explo... Read more
Soccer's best teams had superstar players, incredible goals, and epic victories. From Brazil's national team that featured the legendary Pelé to the 2019 US Women's National Team, meet the greatest... Read more
The women athletes of the 2016 Summer Olympics captivated the world: Simon Biles, the most decorated American gymnast of all time; Katie Ledecky, who shattered swimming records in multiple events; ... Read more
Long-Armed Ludy and the First...
Jean L. S. Patrick Author
Adam Gustavson Illustrator
(2017)
English
Lucile “Ludy” Godbold was six feet tall and skinnier than a Carolina pine and an exceptional athlete. In her final year on the track team at Winthrop College in South Carolina, Lu... Read more
Ice PrincessSarah Hughes was born to skate, and she proved to the world with her dramatic gold medal victory at the 2002 Winter Olympics. But the road to Olympic glory was not always easy for this ... Read more
Winning Soccer for Girls
Winning Sports For Girls (Series)
Deborah W. Crisfield Author
(2009)
English
Winning Soccer for Girls, Third Edition offers an indispensable guide to the detailed mechanics of this high-velocity sport, perfect for girls interested in soccer, as well as their parents and coa... Read more
The Williams sisters have been close since growing up together on the tough streets of southern California. But when Venus and Serena face each other on the tennis court, they each play to win. Wit... Read more
On the court, on the field, on the course, or in the gym, female athletes are getting it done. This title highlights the stars who rule girls' gymnastics today and the skills they've mastered on th... Read more
Behold the power of women! These are the inspirational real-life stories of female superstar athletes Serena and Venus Williams, Simone Biles, Carli Lloyd, and more — role models all. For sports fa... Read more
On the court, on the field, on the course, or in the gym, female athletes are getting it done. This title highlights the stars who rule girls' lacrosse today and the skills they've mastered on the ... Read more
Brenna Huckaby
Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports (Series)
Emma Bernay Author
Emma Carlson Berne Author
(2021)
English
Brenna Huckaby was diagnosed with bone cancer at 14 years old and had her right leg amputated above the knee. That could have been the end of her sports career. Instead, the former gymnast took a d... Read more
Grab your poles and carve a trail through the fresh powder! A gentle slope of carefully word choice helps early readers pick up new words about the sport of downhill skiing. Simple text and excelle... Read more
Shake your pom-poms in the air and get the crowd fired up for a high-interest book that touches on cheerleading uniforms, teams, equipment, and moves. A search-and-find feature reinforces key vocab... Read more
It's the bottom of the seventh, and the bases are loaded. The score is tied. Who will win? Young readers will love this home run title about softball! Leveled text covers the rules of the game and ... Read more
Serena Williams
Athletes Who Made a Difference (Series)
Blake Hoena Author
Book Buddy Digital Media Narrator
(2021)
English
Working through times of setbacks and Grand Slam glory, Serena Williams has become a role model for a new generation of tennis players, and it's all captured in this graphic biography. From an earl... Read more
The ultimate guide to women's football! This epic guide to the glorious game covers everything from player profiles to top tournaments and super skills – and a million things in between! Tak... Read more
Simone Biles
Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports (Series)
Lisa M. Bolt Simons Author
(2021)
English
Simone Biles may be small in size, but she is larger than life in the sport of gymnastics! A coach recognized Biles's natural talent at just six years old. Since then, Biles has overcome many chall... Read more
This title tells the story of the Women's National Basketball Association, from its founding in the 1990s to its status today as a world-class showcase for basketball talent. Readers will learn abo... Read more
This title focuses on Alex Morgan and gives information related to her early life, her time in the pros, and the legacy she leaves behind. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, sim... Read more
Sprinter Wilma Rudolph's life was defined by epic triumphs on and off the track. As a child, Rudolph suffered from polio, but later became the first US woman to win three gold medals in track and f... Read more
Serena Williams
Athletes Who Made a Difference (Series)
Blake Hoena Author
Sam LeDoyen Illustrator
(2020)
English
Working through times of setbacks and Grand Slam glory, Serena Williams has become a role model for a new generation of tennis players, and it's all captured in this graphic biography. From an earl... Read more
Tennis legend Serena Williams has been competing for more than 20 years and continues to dominate the court while inspiring young tennis fans around the world. Learn about her 23 singles Grand Slam... Read more
Superstar swimmer Katie Ledecky has six Olympic medals and fifteen World Championship medals. Discover how this Olympian made history. Read more
Babe Didrikson Zaharias not only broke records—she took athletics by storm, winning two Olympic gold medals for track and field before turning to professional golf. Witness more exciting moments fr... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level U, Lexile 770L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes vocabulary list and review activ... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level S, Lexile 900L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes vocabulary list and review activ... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level S, Lexile 810L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes sports-related vocabulary and re... Read more
Book Features: Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level Q, Lexile 910L 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures Includes vocabulary list and review activ... Read more
Introduces readers to swimming, with an emphasis on the sport's rules, equipment, and safety guidelines. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features includ... Read more
Introduces readers to gymnastics, with an emphasis on the sport's rules, equipment, and safety guidelines. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features incl... Read more
She Persisted in Sports
She Persisted (Series)
Chelsea Clinton Author
Chelsea Clinton Narrator
(2020)
English
From Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, the #1 New York Times bestselling team behind She Persisted, comes a new book featuring women athletes who overcame and inspired—just in time for the Olym... Read more
Girls' lacrosse is a fast-paced sport! Kids can get in on the action by learning about the sport, equipment, and the importance of good sportsmanship. Then they can practice an important skill to h... Read more
Diana Taurasi
Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports (Series)
Shane Frederick Author
(2020)
English
As a child, Diana Taurasi was awkward and gangly. But as soon as she started playing basketball, she learned that her size and height gave her an advantage on the basketball court. Since winning th... Read more
Super sports girls are taking it to the streets! Readers of this text learn all about the supergirls of street sports: world-class cyclers, long boarders, and more. Some people even use street spor... Read more
Women athletes go the distance in this text's exploration of supergirls who cycle. These world-class athletes are in races that span from just a few miles to over 4,000 miles. It's important they s... Read more
Supergirls have been making their own waves in water sports. Women athletes have excelled at sports such as free diving, surfing, and white water kayaking. They've also sailed around the world. Rea... Read more
Wilma Rudolph
Beginner Biography (Series)
Jeri Cipriano Author
Scott R. Brooks Illustrator
(2020)
English
Wilma Rudolph wanted to run and jump like other children, but she had a serious disease that kept her leg from growing well. She did not give up and went on to one day win Olympic gold medals. Read more
As the number of female athletes rises, the need for useful guides to empower and inform them also rises. This guide to the popular sport of volleyball teaches young readers the sport's rules, diff... Read more
Female tennis players such as Serena Williams have inspired many girls to learn more about this exciting sport. This guide allows them to do exactly that. With each turn of the page, they learn how... Read more
Dive In
Ready-to-Read, Level 2: Game Day (Series)
Book 2
David Sabino Author
Setor Fiadzigbey Illustrator
(2020)
English
Learn all about Olympic swimming and diving in this fascinating nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of the Game Day series, which gives fans an insider look at their favorite sports!This book is... Read more
This title focuses on the history of Gymnastics and gives information related to its origins, fun facts, and superstars like Simone Biles. This hi-lo title is complete with epic and colorful photog... Read more
The #1 sports series for kids takes readers onto the field and behind the scenes of the U.S. Women's Soccer team, in this action-packed and inspiring collection of brand new biographies.The U.S. wo... Read more
The Soccer Goalie: El portero
Playmakers in Sports (Series)
Madison Capitano Author
Pablo de la Vega Author
(2019)
English
HIGH-INTEREST, LOW-LEVEL: Reluctant readers will be engaged from beginning to end as they explore the responsibilities and skills of the soccer goalie in this 32-page nonfiction book. Side-by-side ... Read more
Soccer Superstar Alex Morgan
Bumba Books — Sports Superstars (Series)
Jon M. Fishman Author
(2019)
English
Alex Morgan helped the US Women's National Team to victory in the 2012 Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup. This title's reader-friendly text, critical-thinking questions, and bright design wil... Read more
Learn what it takes to become a professional gymnast! Readers will get a fascinating insider look at the life of a gymnast, from preparing for competition to events outside the gym. Read more
Alex Morgan plays for the US National Team and for the Orlando Pride of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). She is one of the top 10 goal scorers in US women's soccer history and won an Olym... Read more
Simone Manuel is one of the country's best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this swimmer's greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on gold-med... Read more
Tempted to try out for cheerleading? Gearing up for your first competition? Find out what to expect during cheerleading tryouts and competitions. What experience do you need? How should you practic... Read more
Laurie Hernandez won big in gymnastics at the 2016 Olympics. Read about the hard work and training that helped make her an Olympic champion! Read more
A tribute to the life and legacy of extraordinary teen Carley Allison.Not long ago, seventeen-year-old Carley Allison had it all. She was on the edge of fame as a singer and composer. She was reach... Read more
Few women had driven at the top auto racing levels before Danica Patrick arrived on the IndyCar circuit in 2002. Once behind the wheel of a high-powered IndyCar, she broke barriers that included be... Read more
Gymnastics Superstar Simone...
Bumba Books — Sports Superstars (Series)
Jon M. Fishman Author
(2019)
English
Gymnast Simone Biles won four Olympic gold medals in 2016, and she plans to compete at the Olympics again in 2021. This carefully leveled text with engaging photos and critical thinking questions w... Read more
Trina wants to play sports like the rest of her family, but she doesn't know which one to try! Should she be a runner, a gymnast, or a baseball player like her siblings? Or should she find somethin... Read more
Learn about tennis superstar Sloane Stephens in this book in a nonfiction series about your favorite athletes' childhoods and what (or who) helped them become the stars they are today!Sloane Stephe... Read more
With the explosion of bumper stickers that read "26.2," it's obvious that marathons are gaining popularity among athletes. But what does it take to cross that finish line? It's not easy, as this in... Read more
A fun and inspiring picture book biography of tennis legend and women's rights activist Billie Jean King.From award-winning author Mara Rockliff and New York Times-bestselling illustrator Elizabeth... Read more
If you can see it, you can be it! Introduce your child to powerful feminist role models with this series of inspirational board books.It's never too early to introduce your child to the people you ... Read more
Why do boys and girls often play on separate sports teams? Some might argue that biological differences play a part in separating genders on the athletic field. Others might say that sexist mindset... Read more
In this book, simple text and full-color photographs describe the amazing life of Christine Sinclair! Christine is a Canadian soccer player who has captained the Canadian women's national team, won... Read more
"This one's a winner." —Chicago TribuneA 2019 ILA Teacher's Choices Reading List Selection!An inspiring picture book sports biography about two of the greatest female tennis players of all-time! Ve... Read more
A richly illustrated and inspiring book highlighting the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes from the 1800s to today, by the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Scien... Read more
How did Kerri Strug go from Olympic hopeful to Olympic champion? How does Dominique Moceanu spend a typical day? This thorough, fun-to-read book answers those questions and many more. You'll learn ... Read more
Just in time for the 2016 Olympics, get to know the US Women's Soccer team!Ranked number one in the world by FIFA after their 2015 World Cup win, the US Women's national soccer team has a long hist... Read more
Serena Williams
Legends in Sports (Series)
Matt Christopher Author
Cherelle Cargill Narrator
(2017)
English
Discover the amazing achievements of sports legend Serena Williams—on and off the tennis court—in this exciting new biography. Serena Williams has been ranked number one in the world fo... Read more
Famous female athlete Babe Didrikson Zaharias had one driving goal: to become the greatest athlete who ever lived. But there was more to Babe than just sports.Babe had a meteoric rise — to famed ba... Read more
From the World Cup to the Olympics, from Mia Hamm to Carli Lloyd to Alex Morgan, here is the ultimate guide to Women's Soccer for young sports fans from an award-winning sports journalist.The momen... Read more
* "A bright salutation of a story, with one determined woman at its center."—Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewThe inspiring story of the first female to run the Boston Marathon comes to life in stunni... Read more
Since storming the 2016 Olympics, gymnast Simone Biles keeps pushing the boundaries of her sport. Learn about Biles's gravity-defying moves, what she does outside gymnastics, and why her fans can't... Read more
Born in the US and raised in a Haitian and Japanese household, Naomi Osaka is the first Asian player to hold the top ranking for singles tennis. Learn how she became a rising star in the tennis wor... Read more
At only sixteen years old, tennis prodigy Coco Gauff has played in the most prestigious tournaments in her sport. And she's just getting started! Learn all about tennis's newest star in this high-a... Read more
Athletes inspire people both on and off the field, and Megan Rapinoe understands her responsibility to use her fame and visibility to push for positive changes in her sport and in the world as a wh... Read more
Coco Gauff won the Junior title at the 2018 French Open when she was just 13 years old. She is a fan-favorite on the pro-tennis circuit, going so far as to beat her idol, Venus Williams. Find out h... Read more
This title introduces fans to some of the best female gymnasts of all time. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and ... Read more
This title introduces fans to the world of women's college gymnastics. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and corre... Read more
Megan Rapinoe lends her tremendous soccer talents to both the United States Women's National Team and Reign FC of the National Women's Soccer League. Learn about her training regimen, her advocacy ... Read more
Ladyballer (lay-DEE-bawl-er) (noun): A rare breed of awesome female athlete with an incredible passion for the game, a wardrobe consisting of tournament t-shirts, and an appetite fit for a hippopot... Read more
As a child, Megan Rapinoe watched her brother play soccer. It wasn't long before she was kicking the ball around. Her playing career has gained much success, and the left winger is now known as a l... Read more
She Persisted in Sports
She Persisted (Series)
Chelsea Clinton Author
Alexandra Boiger Illustrator
(2020)
English
From Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, the #1 New York Times bestselling team behind She Persisted, comes a new book featuring women athletes who overcame and inspired—perfect for fans of the O... Read more
The great outdoors is an athlete's playground, and supergirls have gone wild. Women athletes have explored the wilderness in extremes, from hiking 1,000 miles long-distance to climbing vertical roc... Read more
When it's cold outside, super sports girls get out on the ice and into the snow. Ice climbing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling: these are just a few of the winter sports women have competed in and e... Read more
Kaia! Readers of this text will learn about women who have dominated combat sports such as boxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts. These highly competitive sports are exciting, and readers learn... Read more
Simone Biles is four foot eight, making her the shortest American athlete to participate in the 2016 Olympic Games. But Biles soars high above her competition and is one of the most decorated athle... Read more
Only a few countries were represented by athletes at the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 in Athens. But now, more than 10,000 athletes from more than 200 countries compete in the Summer Olympic ... Read more
Life lessons from the soccer field, from the bestselling author of Strong is the New Pretty. A bruised shin, a bloody nose. Racing across the field into the arms of your teammates. Leaping h... Read more
Over the years, female track and field stars have achieved great success and inspired young athletes to follow in their footsteps. This age-appropriate and accessible text covers the various activi... Read more
This powerful and inspiring collection features 21 female trailblazers in their sport, perfect for fans of Women in Sports and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls!Before girls wore pants or women we... Read more
Sports has never been only about what takes place on the playing field. Author and sports fan Matt Doeden explores past and current controversies including black boxer Jack Johnson's fight with the... Read more
Soccer Showdown
Greatest Sports Moments (Series)
Brandon Terrell Author
Eduardo Garcia Illustrator
(2019)
English
As Brandi Chastain set the ball down to take her final kick, millions of soccer fans held their breath. At the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final, the United States and China had played to a 0-0 tie... Read more
Simone Biles is one of the country's best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this gymnast's greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on her gold-... Read more
Get ready to amaze with these cheerleading skills and stunts. Learn basic arm positions, jumps, and tumbling moves. Instructions for each skill and stunt are accompanied with visuals to ensure each... Read more
Carli Lloyd is one of the country's best female athletes. Learn about her childhood, the challenges she has overcome, and this soccer star's greatest accomplishments. Get the inside scoop on her Ol... Read more
Match Point
Ready-to-Read, Level 2: Game Day (Series)
Book 2
David Sabino Author
Setor Fiadzigbey Illustrator
(2020)
English
Learn all about tennis in this fascinating nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read, part of the new Game Day series that gives fans an insider look at their favorite sports!This book is perfect for young,... Read more
Go for the Goal! World Cup–winning soccer player Julie Ertz inspires kids to lead a life of faith and virtue as she shares her own stories and the lessons she has learned in childhood and n... Read more
Are you strong and upbeat? The sport of cheerleading may be perfect for you! Learn about the formations and practice required for this sport. High interest informational text to support rigor and t... Read more
Tennis is one of the few sports that have allowed women to display their athletic talents for a period of decades. In all that time, no one has shown a greater combination of skill, speed, power, a... Read more
Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert come from completely different places and play tennis in completely different ways. Chrissie is the all-American girl: practiced, poised, with perfect technique.... Read more
Gymnastics Superstar Simone...
Bumba Books — Sports Superstars (Series)
Jon M. Fishman Author
Book Buddy Digital Media Narrator
(2019)
English
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Gymnast Simone Biles won four Olympic gold medals in 2016, and she plans to co... Read more
Tennis Grand Slam
21st Century Skills Library: Global Citizens: Sports (Series)
Adam Hellebuyck Author
Laura Deimel Author
(2019)
English
Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, Tennis Grand Slam in the Global Citizens: Sports series explores the topic through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. ... Read more
Women in Sports highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes from the 1800s to today, including trailblazers, Olympians, and record-breakers in more than forty sports. Th... Read more
Explains How Gymnastics Develops Muscle Strength, Balance, Overall Physical Flexibility, And Can Add Up To Give A Great Sense Of Self-Esteem And Confidence. Read more
US Olympian Aly Raisman is a leader on and off the mat. She is an outspoken voice against sexual assault. Learn about the most fascinating details of her life as a gold-winning gymnast. Read more
I am Billie Jean King
Ordinary People Change the World (Series)
Brad Meltzer Author
Christopher Eliopoulos Illustrator
(2019)
English
Billie Jean King is one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Read about this amazing woman athlete in the seventeenth picture book in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies abo... Read more
Soccer Superstar Alex Morgan
Bumba Books — Sports Superstars (Series)
Jon M. Fishman Author
Intuitive Narrator
(2020)
English
Alex Morgan helped the US Women's National Team to victory in the 2012 Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup. This title's reader-friendly text, critical-thinking questions, and bright design wil... Read more
The home team needs one more point to win the match! The ball is in play. Bump, set, spike! Young readers will learn the rules of the court in this low-level title about volleyball. Engaging text e... Read more
STAND TALL.BE LOUD.GAME FACE ON.This pitch perfect graphic memoir about courage and competition, friendship and belonging is perfect for fans of Smile, New Kid, Rollergirl, and Real Friends."A capt... Read more