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• Ana on the Edge

  Sass, A. J.,

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  Ana is the US junior figure skating champion, but doesn't feel all that comfortable with the frilly dresses that are popular in the sport. When it is announced that the upcoming season is going to be princess-themed, Ana is determined to come up…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Athletes Who Changed the Game

  50+ Athletes Who Overcame the Odds

  Buckley, James, Jr., 1963-

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  Featuring over 50 athletes who faced and overcame challenges and unique obstacles in their respective sports. Athletes Who Changed the Game is a compelling non-fiction read. Learn about Simon Biles, Jackie Robinson, the United States' Title IX, the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Breaking the Ice

  the True Story of the First Woman to Play in the National Hockey League

  Bullaro, Angie,

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  From the time little Manon Rhéaume watched from the other side of the arena glass as her brothers played hockey, she longed to be out on the ice. And when she was five years old, opportunity knocked. This beautifully illustrated picture book…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Case of the Rigged Race

  Hutchinson, Michael, 1971-

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  The four Cree cousins from Windy Lake First Nation believe that there is something suspicious about sled dog Muskwa’s sudden illness. Could the animal rights protestors at the race be involved? Written by Indigenous author Michael Hutchinson, this…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• "Curveball

  Cartaya, Pablo,

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  Elena lives and breathes baseball, she is an amazing player and the only girl on the baseball team. But when she is no longer enjoying the game, it is time to make the difficult decision to stop playing. Except Elena doesn't know who she is without…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Duel

  Bagley, Jessixa,

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  Perfect for readers who adore books by Victoria Jamieson and Raina Telgemeier, Duel is a fast-paced, quippy, and emotional graphic novel from Jessixa Bagley. Sisters GiGi and Lucy are really struggling in their relationship- constantly bickering and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Elliot Jelly-Legs and the Bobblehead Miracle

  a Novel

  Ridge, Yolanda, 1973-

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  When his family's finances force him to choose only one extra-curricular activity, Elliot immediately sticks to hockey. The only problem? Elliot "Jelly-Legs" is so named because of his inability to stay upright on ice! Despite this, his admiration…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Game Face

  Green, Shari, 1963-

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  This novel in verse tells the story of Jonah, an eighth grader who plays goalie on his hockey team. Jonah struggles with anxiety and self doubt in hockey games an doff the ice. Ages 10-13.

• Kickturn

  Spangler, Brie,

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  10 year old Lindy has spent the last two years traveling around in a van with her influencer parents. When the van finally breaks down in San Jose, Lindy meets two friends who introduce her to skateboarding. Frustrated with the way her mom is…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Kodiaks

  Home Ice Advantage

  Robertson, David, 1977-

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  11-year old Alex Robinson has just moved from is community to the big city and is having a hard time. He starts to prove himself on the local hockey team but becomes a target because of his Indigenous heritage. Can he trust his teammates to have his…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• On Guard!

  Wasserman, Cassidy,

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  Grace's life seems to be unraveling at the start of 7th grade. Her parents are divorced after a tumultuous summer, her former best friend has abandoned her for cooler kids, and she finds herself lost amidst the emotional upheaval of these…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Slugfest

  Korman, Gordon,

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  Prolific author Gordon Korman brings readers another riotously funny novel! In Slugfest, readers follow middle schooler Yash- widely considered the best athlete at school- as he learns that he has to spend his summer making up school credits…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Swim Team

  Christmas, Johnnie,

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  Bree can't wait for middle school! But she is stuck in the Swimming class, which sucks because Bree is afraid of the water. With the help of her neighbour, she is able to conquer that fear and improve her swimming and suddenly her community is…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• What Are the Paralympic Games?

  Herman, Gail, 1959-

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  Once the Olympics are over it will be time for the Paralympics. The author highlights how the athletes train, mentally and physically, as well as highlighting their achievement in multiple sports. Ages 8 –12.