30+ Best Sports Books for Grades 3 to 5

Misty Copeland is one of the most famous dancers in the world. But before she was dancing for millions of fans, Misty was just a young girl who loved ballet, even though she didn't look like the typical ballerina.

Long before he became an All-Star professional basketball player, Michael Jordan imagined winning an Olympic gold medal, and with dedication and perseverance, that's exactly what he did.

When Hubie hears his school is going to be involved in a field day, his mind starts racing. Would he have to have an operation to get a third leg for the three-legged race? And how would he become strong and fast in time to help his team win the day?

Don't miss this new addition to these early chapter books that make history fun, as two children are vividly transported back in time

Wilma Rudolph had plenty of love and attention from her parents and her 21 brothers and sisters while she was growing up in the 1940s in Clarksville, Tennessee. When she contracted polio, the doctor said she would never walk again, but Wilma refused to believe him.

A timeless story of dreams, determination, and the power of friendship.

Alice Coachman was born into prejudice and poverty, but her dreams and dedication brought her all the way to England to compete in the London Olympics. In 1948, Alice became the first African American woman to win a gold medal.

Although he is shorter than most of his classmates and everyone discourages him from trying out for the basketball team, eight-year-old Chris just works harder than everyone else so his size will not matter.

Marcus Robinson is psyched! Tomorrow, his class is going on a field trip to a professional basketball arena to meet the one and only Jason Carter, Marcus's hero.

Steven Satlow is an eight-year-old boy living in Brooklyn, New York, which means he only cares about one thing—the Dodgers.

LeBron James was the MVP of the 2013 basketball season, and he is one of the best basketball players of all time. His accomplishments on and off the court will appeal to a wide audience.

A unique hero, Roberto Clemente is not only famous for his impressive baseball career, but also for his generous humanitarian efforts.

The inspiring biography of 17-year-old Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim chronicles her amazing road to gold!

Little-known stories about baseball's big hitter make fascinating reading for sports fans.

An eighth-grader with an talent for shooting winning hoops learns that winning a basketball game takes practice and teamwork on and off the court.

A moving and poignant account of a man who was determined to play baseball regardless of the color of his skin.

Based on the play by Lauren Tarshis.

Forced to live on his own after his mom dies, 12-year-old Jayson does whatever it takes to get by—until he gets caught stealing a pair of basketball shoes and is placed to live with a new family. New home, new school, new teammates. Can he reach his dream of playing bigtime college ball?