Childrens Basketball

Meet Tall Baller; he's new in town—Hoopville, to be precise. He stands out because he's taller than the other kids; this makes some things hard for him. He tries gymnastics; he's too tall. He tries sprinting; it doesn't go well. Then, he finds a basketball court; things start to change. The kids there see how his height is perfect for basketball. Tall Baller learns something important—what makes you different might be your biggest strength.

Injured Baller: A Basketball Story About Overcoming Frustration and Staying Positive takes listeners to Hoopville, where a young basketball player faces a challenging setback. After an injury during a game, Injured Baller must come to terms with a painful ankle and weeks away from the sport he loves. He watches from the sidelines, feeling disconnected and frustrated. With guidance from Coach Swish, Injured Baller learns that he can still contribute to his team in new ways.

Meet Brick Baller; the top basketball player in Hoopville. Suddenly, he can't score—his shots just won't fall. What's going on? In Brick Baller, young listeners follow Brick as he faces a tough challenge; a sudden shooting slump. Coach Swish steps in with some wise advice; go back to the basics. Brick Baller starts practicing the fundamentals of basketball again. He shoots hundreds of shots a day; he won't stop until he gets his shot back. His hard work pays off; by the next game, Brick Baller is better than ever.

In Special Baller: A Basketball Story About Believing in Yourself, a young player named Special Baller has his sights set on the school basketball team. But he's not your typical athlete; he faces more challenges than most. His dream? To play despite having only one arm. As tryouts approach, the whispers start. Can he make it? With every dribble and every shot, Special Baller is about to answer that question loud and clear. Follow Special Baller’s journey from doubt to determination. See how he handles the whispers and stares at school and on the court.

Spanning the sport's history and present-day highlights, this audiobook is a perfect choice for sports fans and striving listeners alike. The game's amazing moments, biggest wins, and most outrageous plays are all here in a fun, high-interest format.

With veteran stars Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner leading the way, the Phoenix Mercury have been setting WNBA records for more than a decade. Meet great players of the past and present, including rising superstar Kahleah Cooper. Explore the team’s history and find out what makes the Phoenix Mercury a WNBA Hot Ticket!

With stars Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu, the New York Liberty are one of the hottest teams in the WNBA. Explore the team's history and find out why their future has never looked so bright.

Anthony Edwards has only played pro basketball for a few years, but he’s already a star. The shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves was an NBA All-Star in 2023 and 2024. He even played for Team USA in the 2024 Summer Olympic Games! Follow along on his journey from being a childhood football star to discovering his love of basketball and going pro.

Caitlin Clark has gotten more buzz than any other female basketball player in history. And for good reason. In 2024, the starting guard for the Indiana Fever scored more points than any other college women's player had ever scored in a season and led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA tournament. Clark broke many NCAA records before becoming the number-one draft pick in the WNBA. This sharpshooting player wants to be a role model to young people both on and off the court. Follow along on her journey from a childhood playing many sports to her college days focusing on her stellar basketball game.

This program offers an immersive audio experience, fully sound designed to enhance your enjoyment. Listen out for the sounds of the court and the shouts from the crowd as you sit back and enjoy the incredible audiobook experience that is Basketball Dreams. From NBA All-Star Chris Paul comes an...

In Isaiah Thomas: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Prolific Point Guards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier point guards, Isaiah Thomas. The Boston Celtics secured the top seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2016-2017 season behind the leadership of Isaiah Thomas. Thomas, just 5' 9'' in stature, has overcome many obstacles to become one of the best scorers in the league. His ability to both penetrate and create shot opportunities for himself are truly impressive, making him the Celtics' go-to scorer in the fourth quarter.

Lucy and friends are out on the playground when they spot Ava playing basketball with her cousin Jermaine, a professional player. Jermaine calls the kids over for a lesson on the fundamentals of the game and how to play three-on-three. When the kids finish, Jermaine invites them to watch him play in a pro game. Lucy, Ava and friends cheer on Jermaine and his teammates, keeping an eye out on the real court for the skills they learned at the playground.

In Lisa Leslie: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball’s Greatest Centers, you'll learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's legends, Lisa Leslie. Over the course of her twelve year career, Leslie won two WNBA Championships, two WNBA Finals MVP Awards, three WNBA MVP Awards and was selected to eight All-Star games. These awards, along with many others not mentioned, make her one of the greatest women’s basketball players of all time.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be the best basketball player who ever lived, then Legends in Sports: Michael Jordan is the audiobook for you. In this exciting biography, Matt Christopher, the number one children’s sportswriter in America, puts you on the basketball court with the legendary superstar. Take an inside look at the triumphs, struggles, and statistics of one of the most determined players in National Basketball Association history.

Before she became one of the most famous basketball players on the planet, before she began speaking out for prison reform, Maya Moore was just a kid. In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Andrew Maraniss, listeners learn more about the life and work of Maya Moore—from growing up with a single mother in Jefferson City, Missouri, to her journey to becoming a star player at UCONN and the WNBA, to her social justice fighting for prison reform and speaking up for Black Lives Matter.

Before he became one of the most famous basketball players on the planet, before he began speaking out for justice, LeBron James was just a kid. In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Andrew Maraniss, listeners learn more about the life and work of LeBron James—from growing up with a single mother in Akron, Ohio, to his journey to the NBA and ten NBA championships, to his social justice work creating I PROMISE and speaking up for Black Lives Matter.

Have your mind blown by sport’s biggest miracles with these thrilling and informative books. Young listeners will learn about the most unbelievable moments in the history of baseball, hockey, football, and more!

These exciting and informative books will turn any young listener into a sports fanatic! Learn all about the history of the world’s most entertaining sports like football, basketball, and soccer.

People have tried to describe Zion Williamson in a variety of different ways, but none of these descriptions really capture the true essence of who is his. In Zion Williamson, we will tell the story of how Zion went viral with his powerful dunks and captured the nation’s attention by overcoming a potentially devastating injury.

When they piled into cars and drove through Durham, North Carolina, the members of the Duke University Medical School basketball team only knew that they were going somewhere to play basketball. They didn't know whom they would play against. But when they came face-to-face with their opponents, they quickly realized this secret game was going to make history. Discover the true story of how in 1944, Coach John McLendon orchestrated a secret game between the best players from a white college and his team from the North Carolina College of Negroes at a time of segregation and racism.