Books like Hockey in the Wild (Life in the Wild)
Award winning
Out of the Ballpark
Alex Rodriguez, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires teamwork and sportsmanship.
Based on Alex Rodriguez’s real-life experiences.
Encourages perseverance and hard work.
Engaging narrative, ideal for young sports enthusiasts.

Out of the Ballpark
Alex Rodriguez, 2007
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through collaborative storytelling.
Enhances social skills and teamwork among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.

Cat Kid Comic Club: Collaborations: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #4)
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson
Kadir Nelson, Sharon Robinson, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story about courage and determination.
Authored by Jackie Robinson's own daughter, Sharon.
Teaches valuable lessons on bravery and leadership.
Enhances awareness of historical events and figures.

Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson
Kadir Nelson, Sharon Robinson, 2009
Award winning
Dog Man: Fetch-22
Dav Pilkey, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Exciting superhero adventures engage young readers.
Enhances problem-solving skills through captivating stories.
Fosters empathy and teamwork in children.
Supports literacy development with fun, readable text.

Dog Man: Fetch-22
Dav Pilkey, 2019
Award winning
Brothers at Bat: The True Story of an Amazing All-Brother Baseball Team
Steven Salerno, Audrey Vernick, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story
Interesting historical information
Engaging characters
Educational content

Brothers at Bat: The True Story of an Amazing All-Brother Baseball Team
Steven Salerno, Audrey Vernick, 2012
Award winning
Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and teamwork through sports narrative.
Showcases the rich histories of Native baseball players.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Inspires young readers with real-life role models.

Contenders: Two Native Baseball Players, One World Series
Traci Sorell, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

