Sports & Recreation

Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive - even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend....

Shaquille O'Neal discovered his love of basketball while spending time in an afterschool program called the Boys & Girls Club of America. Standing over six feet tall by the time he turned 11 years old, Shaq—as he is affectionately known—continued to practice the game....

Today, LeBron James is an international superstar who has won four NBA Championships, earned two Olympic gold medals, written books, and starred in blockbuster movies....

When Declan Rice was released by Chelsea's youth academy at the age of 14, he was devastated. But he wasn't going to let that get in the way of his Premier League dreams.

In 2021, Simone Biles shocked the world when she pulled out of the Tokyo Olympic Games after experiencing the "twisties" -- a scary feeling during which gymnasts lose control of their bodies while mid-air....

Rev your engines, and get ready for this exciting look at how Dale Earnhardt Jr. lived up to his family legacy and became one of the greatest professional stock car racing drivers in the world....

Steph Curry is a two-time NBA Most Valuable Player, record-breaker, and Finals champion who electrifies fans with his incredible on-court feats....

Told with moving text, and featuring the life stories of athletes from the Paralympic Games Ludwig helped create, this story of the man who saved lives through sports will inspire listeners of all backgrounds....

Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr., won the world heavyweight championship at the age of 22, the same year he joined the Nation of Islam and changed his name to Muhammad Ali....

Bukayo Saka has the world at his feet. Since breaking through the ranks at Arsenal, the young forward has gone from strength to strength, helping his team lift the FA cup for a record 14th time.

A child prodigy, Novak Djokovic quickly realized his dream of becoming the number one tennis player in the world. This book is an inspirational ...

Learn about the incredible legacy of the first Native American athlete and Olympian to earn a gold medal for the United States in this exciting addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling series....

It’s the bottom of the ninth, bases are loaded, and your team is down by three - who do you want coming up to bat? Baseball Biographies for Kids answers this question and more....

Discover the life of Simone Biles—a story about going for the gold for kids ages 6 to 9.

At one time Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness....

This audiobook is packed with 30 thrilling soccer stories perfect for young listeners. It introduces them to some of the world’s most famous soccer stars and shows what makes these athletes special on and off the field. Through these stories, kids will learn how these players became legends, overcame challenges, and made a difference in the world.

Michel Jordan and LeBron James are both basketball legends. Both players led the NBA in points and won many league titles. But which player is the true NBA all-star? Dig into their careers, achievements, and stats to decide for yourself.

Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Peyton Manning are two of the most talented passers in NFL history. But which player is the best? Dive into their award-studded careers and impressive stats to pick your smackdown winner.

The National Football League (NFL) changed forever in 1946. That year the Forgotten Four—Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Marion Motley, and Bill Willis—joined the league. Learn about the history of Black football players, the integration of the league, and the first Black coaches, referees, and team owners in the NFL. Then discover how Black football players continue to make a difference on and off the field.

LeBron James has been the face of men's basketball since he first stepped onto the court. In addition to winning four NBA Championships, ten trips to the NBA finals, and two Olympic gold medals, he has become a superstar outside the stadium for speaking up for the Black community. For being an outspoken advocate for underprivileged children and against police brutality, James earned the NAACP President's Award, a prize given to players who demonstrate leadership, sportsmanship, and a commitment to social justice.

Stephen Curry and Magic Johnson are two of the most celebrated point guards in NBA history. From Johnson's passes to Curry's three-pointers, both players have standout stats. But who is better? Explore their career highlights to decide which athlete is the ultimate champion.

Football fans celebrate the speed and power of superstar defensive linemen Aaron Donald and Reggie White. The athletes' skills have helped them win many awards and gain incredible stats. Compare their careers side-by-side to decide which NFL player really is the greatest on defense.

Tina Charles and Lisa Leslie have dominated women's basketball from the center of the court. But which player is the best of all time? Explore their careers in the WNBA and Olympic Games to decide for yourself who is the true all-star.

Simone Biles has been the face of women's gymnastics since she first entered the international stage. In addition to winning a record seven Olympic medals, 30 World Championship medals, and 19 world titles, she has become a superstar outside the gym for her public bravery. For being an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness and fair treatment for athletes, Biles earned the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor.

Megan Rapinoe has been the face of women's soccer since she first stepped onto the international pitch. In addition to winning an Olympic gold medal, two World Cups, and the FIFA player of the year award, she has become a superstar off the field for her advocacy work. For being an outspoken advocate for equal pay for women and LGBTQIA+ rights, Rapinoe earned the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor. This graphic biography shows readers the moments that have defined her life as a soccer player and an activist.