From Challenge to Champion

12 Inspiring Sports Stories for New Readers (Sports Books for Kids)

Author  Skyler Trepel Illustrated by  Lorenzo Fornaciari
From Challenge to Champion

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…