Olympics-Themed Books for Kids: Inspiring Stories of Triumph and Teamwork
The Olympics are such an incredible time to inspire our youngest generation about all that's possible with hard work, determination and passion. This collection of Olympics-themed books for kids is perfect for celebrating the 2024 Summer Olympics!
Every person's path to the Olympics includes trials and tribulations, and example after example of choosing to persist to defy all odds. These stories are truly inspiring!
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When I Grow Up: Sports Heroes
Author/Illustrator: DK| Publisher: DK Publishing
This board book is great for our littlest readers and for eager grown-ups who want to begin sharing Olympics stories from the start. It includes information about a variety of athletes as well as photographs of the sports heroes themselves.
What Are the Summer Olympics?
Author: Gail Herman & Who HQ | Illustrator: Stephen Marchesi | Publisher: Penguin Workshop
This paperback is content heavy and gives a ton of background information about the history of the Olympics from Greece until now. This is recommended for a young independent reader or an eager young child who may enjoy reading this with a grown-up. It also includes 16 full color pages of photographs!
Kid Olympians: Summer: True Tales from Childhood Champions to Game Changers
Author: Robin Stevenson | Illustrator: Alison Steinfeld | Publisher: Quirk Books
Triumphant, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world’s attention at the Summer Olympics and Paralympics, like Simone Biles, Jesse Owens, Naomi Osaka, Tatyana McFadden, and 12 other incredible Olympians.
How Do You Become an Olympian?
Author: Madeleine Kelly | Illustrator: Srimalie Bassani | Publisher: Flowerpot Press
Have you ever wondered how athletes become Olympians? Canadian Olympic runner and author Madeleine Kelly explains the history of the Games, how athletes train for their event, and so much more! Each topic is explored through illustrations and informative and engaging text in this new addition to the How Do series.
Record Breakers: Record Breakers at the Olympic Games
Author: Rob Walker | Publisher: Welbeck Children's
Record Breakers At The Olympic Games celebrates the best records, achievements and stories in the history of the modern summer Olympic Games.
There is also a section devoted to the Paralympics, citing the stars and star performances that have propelled the profile of the Paralympic movement in modern times. This is a perfect guide for young fans in the run up to the Paris Games in 2024.
Women in Sports: 50 Fearles Athletes That Played to Win
Author: Rachel Ignotofsky | Publisher: Ten Speed Press
A richly illustrated and inspiring book highlighting the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes from the 1800s to today, by the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science.
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