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JoJo the Giant
by Jane Barclay
Desperate to grow bigger even though his mother reassures him that good things come in small packages, little JoJo longs to run a race to win a pair of red Rocket Racer shoes but despairs at the thought of having to compete against large bullies, a situation that culminates in a surprise outcome. Call Number: E BAR
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Salt in His Shoes: Michael Jordan in Pursuit of a Dream
by Deloris Jordan with Roslyn Jordan
Written by the basketball superstar's mother, this book offers young readers the story of how a young Michael Jordan overcame his difficulties as one of the shortest players on the court by practicing with his father and learning to play the best game he could. Call Number: E JOR
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Hot Rod Hamster
by Cynthia Lord
A hamster, with the help of a canine junkyard dealer and his mouse assistants, builds a hot rod and drives it in a race against some very large dogs. Call Number: E LOR
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Family Huddle
by Peyton Manning, et al.
During a trip to visit both sets of grandparents in Mississippi, brothers Eli, Cooper, and Peyton, and their father, former NFL star Archie Manning, take advantage of every opportunity to play football, practice plays, or play sports trivia games. Call Number: E MAN
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Niño Wrestles the World
by Yuyi Morales
Believing himself capable of fending off the most monstrous opponents, underpants-clad Lucha Libre champion Niño is challenged by a no-holds-barred wrestling match that truly tests his skills when his younger sisters wake up from their naps. Call Number: E MOR
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Take Me Out to the Ballgame
by edited by Ben Nussbaum
This illustrated version of the much-loved baseball song follows a boy and his father as they enjoy an afternoon at the ballpark. Call Number: E NOR
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Splinters: This Girl Needs a Miracle
by Kevin Sylvester
Good humor and hilarious illustrations help tell the story of Cindy Winters' love for hockey and the trials and tribulations she must overcome (with the help of her Fairy Goaltender) in order to realize her dream of playing hockey with the team. Call Number: E SYL
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Biscuit Plays Ball
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Excitedly attending a fun-filled baseball game but disappointed that he cannot join the players, an exuberant Biscuit thinks of his own way to participate. Call Number: R CAP
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Olivia Plays Soccer
by Tina Gallo
When Olivia joins the soccer team, she wants to wear a red jersey, but the only team member that wears red is the goalie, and the goalie on her team is Francine. Call Number: R FAL
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Strike Three, Marley!
by Susan Hill
Watching his first baseball game, Marley the rambunctious young Labrador roots for the home team by howling up a storm, catching fly balls, chewing on bats and slobbering on the bases. Call Number: R GRO
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Pinkalicious: Soccer Star
by Victoria Kann
After preparing well for a first soccer match, Pinkalicious is angered by a rival team's jokes about the Pinksters' pink soccer ball which they kick off the field, forcing Pinkalicious to chase after it. Pinkalicious' unicorn, Goldilicious, is waiting and sweeps her up on an imaginative journey that offers just the encouragement Pinkalicious needs to return to the game. Call Number: R KAN
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Pete the Cat : Play Ball!
by James Dean
A beginning reader story about super-groovy Pete the Cat follows his haphazard participation in a youth baseball game, where he learns the importance of fair play over winning. Call Number: R PET
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Max and Zoe at Soccer Practice
by Shelley Swanson Sateren
Max and Zoe cooperate to improve both their soccer skills. Series: Max and Zoe Call Number: R SAT
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The Dog That Called the Signals
by Matt Christopher
During a crucial football game, Mike, the quarterback, gets help from his unusual dog Harry when his coach gets hurt and cannot call the plays from home. Call Number: J CHRISTOP
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The Missing Mitt
by Franklin W. Dixon
Frank and Joe are excited as their Little League team prepares to play the last game of the season, but when the team's good luck charm, a baseball mitt, disappears, they try to find it before they lose the game. Series: Hardy Boys Secret Files Call Number: J DIXON
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Doubles Troubles
by Betty Hicks
Wanting to win the doubles tennis trophy, Henry helps his partner Rocky train for the match while also working on his history project, which may be a bit more work than Henry can handle. Series: Gym Shorts Call Number: J HICKS
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The Wrigley Riddle
by David A. Kelly
During a visit to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field, cousins Mike and Kate investigate why someone has been tampering with the famous ivy vines growing on the outfield walls. Series: Ballpark Mysteries Call Number: J KELLY
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Rebound Time
by Jake Maddox
Twin girls Sarit and Allie have always been coached in basketball by their father, but now that their parents are divorced and he has moved away, Sarit is unhappy playing on the school team, and resentful that her sister still enjoys the game. Call Number: J MADDOX
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Jinxed!
by Kurtis Scaletta
A baseball-themed sports series featuring Chad and his adventures with the Pine City Porcupines. Series: A Topps League Story Call Number: J SCALETTA
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The One and Only Stuey Lewis: Stories from the Second Grade
by Jane Schoenberg
Stuey Lewis makes his way through second grade facing reading problems, pulling off a great Halloween caper, joining a soccer team, and more with the help of family, friends, and a special teacher. Call Number: J SCHOENBE
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The Ball Hogs
by Rich Wallace
Possessing considerable natural athletic abilities despite his limited experience with soccer, 9-year-old Bobcat team member Ben struggles to outmaneuver obnoxious teammate Mark, who competes with Ben for control of the ball at the cost of teamwork. Series: Kickers Call Number: J WALLACE
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