Books like Positions 1: Where Do We Go? (Iplaysoccer)
Boyz Rule 09: Basketball Buddies
Felice Arena, Macmillan, 2019
48 pages
Why to read
High-energy, exciting basketball adventures.
Focuses on teamwork and friendship development.
Encourages sportsmanship and healthy competition.
Engaging narrative for young sports enthusiasts.

Boyz Rule 09: Basketball Buddies
Felice Arena, Macmillan, 2019
Award winning
Swimming into Trouble (Julia on the Go! Book 1)
Angela Ahn, 2024
176 pages
Why to read
Adventure-themed story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Strong, relatable protagonist encourages resilience and bravery.
Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Swimming into Trouble (Julia on the Go! Book 1)
Angela Ahn, 2024
Award winning
Llamas Go Large: A World Cup Story
Scott Allen, 2018
305 pages
Why to read
Captivating soccer-themed adventure, sparks interest.
Features teamwork, friendship values, enhances social skills.
Encourages goal-setting and perseverance, empowers children.
Interactive, engaging narrative, boosts reading skills.

Llamas Go Large: A World Cup Story
Scott Allen, 2018
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters display resilience and teamwork values.
Enhances problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
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
Award winning
FGTeeV: Out of Time!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and curiosity.
Characters model teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Engaging narrative promotes a love for reading.

FGTeeV: Out of Time!
Fgteev, Miguel Díaz Rivas, 2024
Award winning
Lionel Messi: How A Little Boy Became A Champion
Kerry Tran, 2023
78 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lionel Messi's childhood and perseverance.
Encourages dedication and hard work in young readers.
Highlights the importance of family support in success.
Motivational read for aspiring young athletes.
