Books about Basketball
Dwyane Wade (Amazing Athletes)
Jeff Savage, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Dwyane Wade's compelling sports journey.
Highlights perseverance, teamwork, and achieving goals.
Educational insights into basketball and sport ethics.
Encourages sportsmanship and personal growth.

Dwyane Wade (Amazing Athletes)
Jeff Savage, 2006
The Story of Caitlin Clark: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers (The Story of Biographies)
Rachelle Burk, 2025
64 pages
Why to read
Uplifting story of modern sports hero.
Encourages perseverance and confidence.
Accessible, photo-rich format.
Celebrates women’s athletic achievements.

The Story of Caitlin Clark: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers (The Story of Biographies)
Rachelle Burk, 2025
Award winning
Classics
The Basketball Mystery (The Boxcar Children Mysteries #68)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Charles Tang (Illustrator), 1999
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot stimulates children’s problem-solving skills.
Features teamwork, enhancing social and cooperative abilities.
Encourages active reading through cliff-hangers and puzzles.
Supports literacy and cognitive development effectively.

The Basketball Mystery (The Boxcar Children Mysteries #68)
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Charles Tang (Illustrator), 1999
Caitlin Clark: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Olivia Luchini, Who HQ, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires hard work and big dreams.
Celebrates women’s sports heroes.
Comics-style art boosts engagement.
Teaches teamwork and humility.

Caitlin Clark: A Who Was? Illustrated Biography (Who Was? Illustrated Biographies)
Olivia Luchini, Who HQ, 2025
Award winning
LeBron James
Tracy Nelson Maurer, Gail Saunders-Smith, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging biography inspiring perseverance and dedication.
Highlights the importance of hard work and passion.
Encourages goal setting and personal growth.
Ideal for sports enthusiasts and young dreamers.

LeBron James
Tracy Nelson Maurer, Gail Saunders-Smith, 2015
Award winning
Cyborg Cat and the Night Spider
Ade Adepitan, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure promotes teamwork and resilience.
Features diverse characters, enhancing cultural understanding.
Encourages empathy and friendship through engaging narrative.
Supports development of reading skills and imagination.

Cyborg Cat and the Night Spider
Ade Adepitan, 2019
Award winning
Little Shaq
Shaquille O'neal, 2015
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires teamwork and sportsmanship.
Encourages resolution of conflicts through communication.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Authored by basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal.

Little Shaq
Shaquille O'neal, 2015
Award winning
I Have a Superpower
Stephen Curry, Geneva Bowers, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids by showcasing diverse superpowers.
Builds self-esteem through relatable, empowering narratives.
Encourages creativity and self-discovery.
Engaging illustrations complement inspiring story.
