Books about Sportsmanship
Award winning
Karate Kids
Holly Sterling, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates perseverance and teaches resilience through martial arts.
Empowers children with confidence-building and self-discipline themes.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers visually.
Encourages physical activity and interest in learning karate.

Karate Kids
Holly Sterling, 2020
Award winning
Peanut Goes for the Gold
Jonathan Van Ness, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspirational story celebrating individuality and uniqueness.
Encourages persistence and following one's passions.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Promotes inclusivity and understanding diverse perspectives.

Peanut Goes for the Gold
Jonathan Van Ness, 2020
Mary Earps (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 129)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
True story of resilience.
Empowering female sports hero.
Engaging, colourful illustrations.
Perfect length for bedtime.

Mary Earps (Little People, BIG DREAMS, 129)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2025
Judy Moody and the Book Quiz Whiz
Megan McDonald, 2019
176 pages
Why to read
Fuels a love for reading through lively storytelling.
Illustrates teamwork and determination.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Engaging quiz elements challenge young minds.

Judy Moody and the Book Quiz Whiz
Megan McDonald, 2019
Award winning
Mia Mayhem and the Super Family Field Day
Kara West, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed family adventure story.
Highlights teamwork, cooperation, and family values.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Perfect for promoting reading as family bonding.

Mia Mayhem and the Super Family Field Day
Kara West, 2020
Award winning
The Way Champs Play
Naomi Osaka, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship among young readers.
Illustrates importance of perseverance in achieving goals.
Supports development of empathy through diverse characters.
Engages children in a fun, interactive reading journey.

The Way Champs Play
Naomi Osaka, 2022
A Big Day for Baseball
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2017
88 pages
Why to read
Exciting baseball adventure sparks historical curiosity.
Engages young readers with dynamic, relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Combines learning with fun, captivating storytelling.

A Big Day for Baseball
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2017
Stink and the Ultimate Thumb-Wrestling Smackdown
Megan McDonald, Barbara Rosenblat, 2011
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humor-filled storyline.
Encourages emotional resilience and confidence.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Ideal for shared reading time
