Cover art for From Challenge to Champion
Published
Z Kids, July 2025
ISBN
9780593886168
Format
Softcover, 144 pages
Dimensions
22.9cm × 15.2cm

From Challenge to Champion 12 Inspiring Sports Stories for New Readers

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Awaken your child's inner champion-and love of reading-with these motivational sports stories for kids ages 6-9.

"From overcoming challenges to advocating for change, this book shows how true champions inspire us both on and off the field."

-Allyson Felix, seven-time Olympic gold medalist and founder of Saysh

Awaken your child's inner champion-and love of reading-with these motivational sports stories for kids ages 6-9.

"From overcoming challenges to advocating for change, this book shows how true champions inspire us both on and off the field."

-Allyson Felix, seven-time Olympic gold medalist and founder of Saysh

Do you have a sports-obsessed kid eager to learn more about their favorite stars? Thrill them with From Challenge to Champion, a collection of stories about legendary athletes from soccer, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, and more. They'll learn how these athletes overcame incredible challenges-whether injury, doubt, burnout, or difficult beginnings-and emerged victorious. From Simone Biles and Serena Williams to Lionel Messi and LeBron James, each athlete's tale is a testament to hard work and perseverance that is sure to inspire and empower your child. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom libraries, or as a gift to young readers, this book is sure to become a treasured early chapter book.

What's Inside?

12 uplifting sports heroes. Dive into the lives of LeBron James, Serena Williams, Michael Jordan, Simone Biles, Jessica Long, Megan Rapinoe, Jackie Robinson, Allyson Felix, Patrick Mahomes, Chloe Kim, Tom Brady, and Lionel Messi-top athletes from America's most beloved sports.

Life lessons that go beyond sports. Valuable insights on resilience, growth mindset, and the importance of believing in oneself inspire young readers to go after their own dreams.

Additional athletes to know and love. 12 more short biographies of breakout stars like Caitlin Clark, Coco Gauff, and C. J. Stroud.

Easy-to-read format that's a slam dunk for new readers. Short chapters, fun illustrations, and simple language keep kids engaged and motivated to read more.

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