Helen Plum Library

"Eleven-year-old cousins who are closer than most brothers, catcher Liam McCarthy and pitcher Carter Jones grew up playing baseball together. Now, their team is on the verge of winning the greatest championship of all: the Little League Baseball World Series. To reach the title match, however, they must first beat their number one rivals from Southern California. Little do they know that the game will prove to be just the first challenge they'll face...

Brendan and Belinda and their dad, Mr. Porker, learn that being a good sport means playing the game well and having fun, too

"What does it mean to play fair? Following rules, helping others, and taking turns are just a few examples. Pairs with the fiction title Your Turn"--

"We don't have to be the best at every sport to have a good time. Trying our best will make the game way more fun! Pairs with the fiction title Dev Tries His Best"--

Twelve-year-old Brent Mullen discovers that the new assistant hockey coach is teaching the defensemen on his team illegal moves to help them win at any cost

"In the story of Riley Fetter, Star Setter, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as Riley learns to work together after a new kid joins her volleyball team. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website

"A boy and his pet dragon play basketball with friends and learn about good sportsmanship"--Provided by publisher

Gina tries to be the star of the soccer team at her new school, but her teammates do not like her showoff moves

"In the story of Jamie Short, King of the Court, young readers will enjoy a humorous story as Jamie shows off his skills on the Baytown Blobfish basketball team. Each title also includes back matter, a glossary, writing prompts, and comprehension questions."-- Publisher website

Being a good sport goes way beyond sports. The lessons we learn on the playing field extend to the classroom, the playground, and our home. How can we be a good sport? Readers are introduced to a variety of places and situations that call for good sportsmanship, such as working with classmates on a science project, winning the big soccer game, or helping Dad clean out the garage. With a unique, real-life scenario in every spread, readers learn what...