Sports Fiction Kids

The third book in the #1 New York Times best-selling series from Jeff Kinney, The Last Straw is sure to please young readers. Greg Heffley makes a New Year's resolution to help others improve, but his brand of truthful advice doesn't go over well. Plus, Greg's dad thinks military school might be just the attitude adjustment Greg needs.

Moses and Troy Horne here. Your mental-toughness guides! We know exactly how you feel. If you are reading this, you probably have a young athlete who struggles with in-game stress and maybe even sports performance anxiety. That is why this version was mostly written by Moses. As of the time of the writing of this book, Moses Horne is a 15-year-old elite athlete who can talk directly about the triumphs and struggles of working toward being mentally tough. This is the only book that I know of with input from an actual young athlete.

When the class takes a field trip to the opera, they meet a strange man playing violin in the orchestra whom they believe could be the phantom who haunts the Bailey City Opera House.

Twelve-year-old Isaiah Rawlings wished for only one thing this summer, a camping trip outside of Kentucky. I’m so tired of camping in my backyard, he groaned. Isaiah pleads with his parents to reconsider their usual summer trip to dusty old museums and big cities.

It was 1986, and the New York Mets won 108 regular-season games and the World Series, capturing the hearts (and other assorted body parts) of fans everywhere. But their greatness on the field was nearly eclipsed by how bad they were off it. Led by the indomitable Keith Hernandez and the young dynamic duo of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry, along with the gallant Scum Bunch, the Amazin's left a wide trail of wreckage in their wake-hotel rooms, charter planes, a bar in Houston, and most famously Bill Buckner and the hated Boston Red Sox.

⭐ 2026 Updated & Illustrated Edition – A Baseball Story That Will Inspire Every Young Athlete ⭐ ⚾ One Season. One Chance. One Player Who Must Step Up When Everything’s On The Line ⚾ 🔥 A Heart-Pounding Baseball Story About Courage, Teamwork & Discovering The Leader Inside 🔥 🎯 Perfect For Readers Ages 8–12 Who Love Sports, Team Spirit & Nail-Biting Competition 🎯 Are You Ready To Step Onto The Mound… And Into The Pressure Of A Lifetime? 💥 Jake Has Always Dreamed Of Standing Tall On The Pitcher’s Mound. But When He Finally Makes The Team, The Real Game Begins—...

Starting middle school is rarely easy, but a summer full of big changes has Jonathan feeling overwhelmed. There are new responsibilities at home involving his three crazy younger siblings, and Mom and Dad have new jobs and no time. Plus, the notorious school prankster Slammo prowls the halls in search of victims for his growing online empire. But when Jonathan discovers a hidden talent, things begin to change. Learning to play basketball might be just what he needs to survive on and off the court.

⭐ 2026 Updated & Illustrated Edition – A Football Story About Integrity, Teamwork & True Leadership ⭐ 🏈 One Team. One Dream. One Season That Will Test Every Ounce Of Courage 🏈 🔥 A High-Stakes Football Story Packed With Action, Strategy & The Toughest Choice A Young Athlete Can Make 🔥 🎯 Perfect For Readers Ages 8–12 Who Love Sports, Strategy & Underdog Heroes 🎯 Are You Ready To Step Onto The Gridiron… And Into A Moral Dilemma Bigger Than The Game? 💥 Dexter Carter Is Used To Being Invisible—QB2, The Kid Who Studies Coverages Like Puzzles And Notices Every “...

⭐ 2026 Updated & Illustrated Edition – A Hockey Story Kids Won’t Be Able To Put Down ⭐ 🏒 One Stick. One Season. One Secret That Could Change Everything 🏒 🔥 A Fast-Paced Hockey Mystery Packed With Action, Heart & A Secret That Could Rewrite The Game 🔥 🎯 Perfect For Readers Ages 8–12 Who Love Sports, Mystery & High-Stakes Competition 🎯 Are You Ready To Step Onto The Ice… And Into A Mystery That Could Change Everything? ❄️ Owen Has Always Loved Hockey—But He’s Never Been More Than An Average Player. That All Changes The Day He Discovers A Weathered Stick ...

⭐ 2026 Updated & Illustrated Edition – A Basketball Story About Brotherhood, Rivalry & Heart ⭐ 🏀 Two Brothers. Two Teams. One Rivalry That Could Break More Than The Scoreboard 🏀 🔥 A Fast-Paced Basketball Story Where Family, Friendship & Fierce Competition Collide 🔥 🎯 Perfect For Readers Ages 8–12 Who Love Sports, Rivalries & Emotional High-Stakes Drama 🎯 Are You Ready To Step Onto The Court… And Into The Fiercest Rivalry Of All? 💥 Jayden And Marcus Have Always Been Inseparable On The Court—Late-Night Practices, Trash Talk, And Dreams Of Winning A ...

Through prison sentences, misunderstandings, death threats, and criminal encounters, Teagan and Noah have somehow managed to find their way back to each other. Traveling the country together, partying it up in hotel rooms, and causing drama wherever they go, the fiery couple are completely invested in making their fickle relationship work this time around. But with Noah's career going from strength to strength and catapulting him into the limelight, Teagan must learn how to cope with her long time love's superstar status and the many women striving for his affections.

Happy days! Davey Warner, Sunil Deep and Tay Tui have been selected to play for the local rep team, the South-East Slammers. It's a dream come true, even if Josh Jarrett, aka Mr Perfect, is captain. Training is twice a week, no excuses. Davey, Sunil and Tay would go every day if they could – the only problem is that it clashes with cheeky Max's doggy school.

Road trip! Davey and the South-East Slammers travel to the country for a match against the dreaded North-West Whackers. Not only is cranky Mr Mudge coming along, school bully Mo Clouter and his band of buffoons have joined the cheerleading team. What are they up to?

What could go wrong if you join a team being called "the worst ever"? Noah and Daniel are both excited about their new school and hope to become the boys they know they can be. Noah hopes to fit in and be part of a group of friends for a change, and Daniel, whose parents love moving to new places, just wants to stay in one place long enough to have a birthday party with friends from school. They quickly size each other up and, despite their differences — Noah has a cochlear implant while Daniel’s parents barely seem to know he exists — they soon become best friends.

Bring calm, connection, and soccer fun to bedtime! Do you have a young soccer fan who struggles to wind down at night? This collection of 24 heartwarming stories is designed to help kids relax, let go of worries, and drift into a peaceful sleep—all while celebrating their love for the beautiful game. Why Parents and Kids Love This Book Soccer-Themed Adventures: Engaging stories featuring brave, clever, and lovable characters overcoming challenges on and off the field. Calming and Gentle: Perfectly paced tales with soothing language to help ease kids into a restful night.

⭐ 2026 Updated & Illustrated Edition – A Soccer Mystery Kids Won’t Be Able To Put Down! ⭐ ⚽ One Girl. One Mask. One Secret That Could Change Everything ⚽ 🔥 A Soccer Story Packed With Mystery, Heart, And A Secret That Will Leave Kids Gasping 🔥 🎯 Perfect For Readers Ages 8–12 Who Love Sports, Mystery & Heart-Pounding Twists 🎯 Are You Ready To Step Onto The Field… And Into The Mystery? ⚡ When 12-Year-Old Sierra Alvarez Dreams Of Becoming An Unstoppable Goalkeeper, She Knows The Road To The Top Will Be Tough. But Nothing Could Prepare Her For The Biggest Mystery Of...

From the playgrounds of Detroit to the bright lights of the NBA, Detroit Eastside Dreams follows Mike Harris and Gary Thompson, two childhood friends who rise above poverty, broken homes, and the violence of the streets to achieve greatness. Mike, the lightning-quick point guard and team captain, and Gary, the towering 6’10” center and unstoppable force, share a bond stronger than anything life throws at them. Together, they dominate high school and college basketball, earning scholarships to Michigan State, fending off jealousy, heartbreak, and the pressures of fame. Their journey ...

Losing game after game during softball season, the Bailey Batters wonder if their eccentric coach, who is continually wearing bandages because of many injuries, is really a mummy and has placed a curse on them.

From gliding downhill to big-air tricks on the half-pipe, Goodnight Snowboard follows a young boy as he hits the slopes until he says goodnight to the popular extreme sport.

From the mind of basketball legend and Academy Award-winning storyteller Kobe Bryant comes this radically original portrait of five young basketball players, one enlightening coach, and the awesome transformative power of the game. Filled with insights about the mental stamina and emotional clarity that peak performance requires, this is an indispensable story for young athletes, coaches, educators, and anyone interested in the astonishing potential of team sports to unlock individual growth.