Sports Books for 3–5 Year Olds

20 sports books for 3–5 year olds, picked from the 162 sports books in our review library. Game-day energy on the page — sports stories mix action with lessons that stick past the final whistle. Most picks here are picture books; every one links to our full review with age fit and where to buy.

Cover of GENERAL KNOWLEDGE General Science, Literature, Sport, General

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE General Science, Literature, Sport, General

Pranab Dutta

This book has been written for the student of the present age. I think, students will benefit a lot if they read the book. You are getting m.c.q questions on so many subjects in one book, which is very rare. Especially, the questions that are in world history and geography are very important for any

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She Plays Sports

Trudy Becker

Girls make great athletes, and this engaging series showcases girls playing six popular sports. Each book discusses the necessary equipment and location of one sport and highlights action from the game, match, or meet. Each book includes simple text and vibrant photos, making this series a perfect c

Cover of Weird But True Sports 300 Wacky Facts About Awesome Athletics

Weird But True Sports 300 Wacky Facts About Awesome Athletics

National Geographic Kids

Everything has its weird side-- even sports! Add wacky stats, facts, and stories to your arsenal of spots trivia with this new addition to the very popular Weird but True series!

Cover of Our Big Book of Sports A Collection of 100+ Foundational Words

Our Big Book of Sports A Collection of 100+ Foundational Words

Tabitha Paige

Jump-start your preschooler's exposure to vocabulary and sports using this adorable book featuring 100+ foundational words from your favorite sports! Designed by a professional watercolor artist and licensed speech therapist, Our Big Book of Sports includes charming watercolor illustrations and foun

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Big Book of WHO Football (Sports Illustrated Kids Big Books)

Sports Illustrated Kids

Big Book of WHO is a book your young sports fans will return to again and again! Football is a game of stars. From gridiron greats such as Joe Montana and Jim Brown to Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, this newly revised and updated edition of The Big Book of Who: Football is a collection of the 101 fo

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Big Book of WHO Hockey

Sports Illustrated Kids

This fun collection of questions and answers will have kids stumping their friends and adult sports fans with their expert knowledge of hockey's top names. Hockey is a game of legends. Featuring Gordie Howe, Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby, Connor Bedard, Hilary Knight, Marie-Philip Poulin, and more, T

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Ready, Set, Go! Sports of All Sorts by Celeste Cortright

Celeste Cortright

Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text introduce the basics of eight sports popular around the world, from track to gymnastics and baseball to karate. Includes endnotes on the different sports.

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My First Book of Soccer A Rookie Book

The Editors of Sports Illustrated Kids

My First Book of Soccer, like the others in the series, coaches young kids, ages 3_6, through the game of hockey with a visual retelling of an professional soccer game„from the kick-off to the game-winning goal! Penalty kicks, corner kicks, drop balls, dribbling, and more are all explained using an

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30 Inspirational Football Stories For Young Readers

Terrence Armstrong

"15 Inspiring Stories from the greats of Modern Football.Not only that, each story will take the young athlete in your life on a journey from how the great of the game went from someone with a dream, to a true master of their craft.How they became the best of the best, found that inner strength to p

Cover of Its a Numbers Game! Hockey The math behind the perfect slap shot

Its a Numbers Game! Hockey The math behind the perfect slap shot

Eric Zweig

This numbers-focused look at the fast-paced game of ice hockey is jam-packed with stats, sports trivia, awesome photos, and math challenges—plus a fun activity at the end of every chapter. Do you know how to calculate a goalie’s save percentage? What’s the record for the most shots in an NHL game? W

Cover of Lets Play Football! A Lift-a-Flap Board Book for Babies and Toddlers, Ages 1-4

Lets Play Football! A Lift-a-Flap Board Book for Babies and Toddlers, Ages 1-4

Ginger Swift

"Let's Play Football! Introduce your baby or toddler to the world of football. They will learn the basics of the game and words associated with the sport. Learn that football shoes are called cleats, the different pads players wear to stay safe, how to warm up before a game, and watch the fans cheer

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Lets Play Baseball! A Lift-a-Flap Board Book for Babies and Toddlers

Ginger Swift

Let's Play Baseball Introduce your baby or toddler to the world of baseball. They will learn the basics of baseball and words associated with the sport. Learn that the team wears matching jerseys, how to warm up for the game and watch the fans cheering in the stand. Count the number of bases and pra

Cover of My First Book of Basketball A Rookie Book

My First Book of Basketball A Rookie Book

The Editors of Sports Illustrated Kids

Now available as a board book for budding basketball fans!My First Book of Basketball introduces young kids to the game of basketball with a visual retelling of a professional basketball game— from the jump ball to the game-winning basket! Dribbling, passing, traveling, shooting, dunks, and more are

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My First Book of Baseball A Rookie Book

Sports Illustrated Kids

Fully revised and updated! My First Book of Baseball, a Rookie Book from Sports Illustrated Kids, coaches young kids through the game of baseball with a visual retelling of an actual MLB game--from the first pitch to the game winning hit! Strikes, outs, steals, foul balls, home runs and more are all

Cover of Good Sports Diego Chase, Second Base―Childrens Book About Baseball

Good Sports Diego Chase, Second Base―Childrens Book About Baseball

Katy Duffield

Diego plays baseball, but he sometimes has trouble focusing on the game. With a good teammate (and some luck!) he learns to keep his eye on the ball. In Diego Chase, Second Base, you'll be rooting for Diego as he learns about baseball and teamwork!

Cover of Truly Inspirational Sports Stories For Young Readers 15 Amazing

Truly Inspirational Sports Stories For Young Readers 15 Amazing

Terrence Armstrong

"Do you have a young athlete in your life you want to inspire? Do they need a dose of inspiration from the greatest athletes to have ever played? Do you want to help fire them up & get them more motivated than ever while teaching them valuable life lessons? Well you are in the right place! Inside we

Cover of Good Sports Ava Kane, In the Lane―Childrens Book About Swimming

Good Sports Ava Kane, In the Lane―Childrens Book About Swimming

Katy Duffield

Ava is a good swimmer. She's also a good teammate. When Alonso is afraid of the water, Ava knows just what to do. She and the team mascot help him have fun in the pool! In Ava Kane, In the Lane, you'll be rooting for Ava as she learns about swimming and teamwork!

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Randes First Swim Water Safety and Swimming

Chase Miller

Rande's First Swim covers both water safety and beginning swimming in a way guaranteed to keep a child entertained. Rande the Mouse has never gone swimming, and his friend, Colin the turtle, is shocked. As an expert swimmer, he helps Randy learn to swim safely at the beach. Written by a swim instruc

Cover of Football GOATs The Greatest Athletes of All Time

Football GOATs The Greatest Athletes of All Time

Bruce Berglund

How do you pick football's GOATs? Is Tom Brady the greatest quarterback? Is Alan Page the greatest defensive tackle? Who's the all-around champ? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of football and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time.

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Wilma Rudolph The Graphic Novel (Stephen Curry Sports Superheroes)

Josh Bycel

A thrilling graphic novel about Wilma Rudolph, who overcame obstacles and odds to become one of the greatest track stars of all time! When Wilma Rudolph was just a young girl, she lost strength in her leg and foot after contracting polio. Forced to wear a leg brace until she was nine, she was told t