by courtney runn
There is something so unifying about cheering on Olympians as they strive for excellence on the world stage. the summer and winter games also offer the opportunity to teach children important lessons about resilience, teamwork, discipline, winning and losing. So go for the gold during read-aloud time with these Winter Olympics picture books!
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Immerse yourself in the world of winter sports and join these storybook characters (real and fictional) as they slide across the ice, soar through the air, slide down slopes and set new records. From silly reads with skiing penguins to true stories of athletes breaking barriers, these books will inspire and entertain your little athletes all year long.
dream big little piggy by kristi yamaguchi
Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi introduces a charming skating heroine in the form of a poppy, the sow. Poppy’s family encourages her to dream big, but every time she tries something new, she feels like a failure. when she tries ballet, singing and modeling, others tell her she can’t do it. but her family does not stop encouraging her. When she tries to ice skate, she doesn’t let her coach’s opinions or her mistakes stop her. Ice skating teaches Poppy to be persistent and follow her dreams, despite what others say.
Hockey night in kenya by danson mutinda
kitoo, an orphan in kenya, is fascinated by an icy sport he discovers on the pages of a book: hockey. Inspired by the Canadian men’s hockey team, he fixes up an old pair of skates to teach himself how to play. This heartwarming story celebrates the power of reading and the importance of friendship, and proves that it is possible to play ice hockey in Kenya. Whether you live in a warm or cold climate, young readers will enjoy this unique twist on a winter sports tale.
jackie wins them all by fabian e. ferguson
jackie j. Spade is the queen of sports at her school and she dominates the soccer field, the karate mat, the ice rink, the pool, the tennis court and the baseball field. she wins them all…until she experiences her first loss in a race. This rhyming story teaches young readers that you win some and lose some, but what matters most is responding with grace and resilience regardless of the outcome—an important lesson for any aspiring Olympian!
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who is chloe kim? by stefanie loh
posting just in time for the 2022 winter games, who is chloe kim? will introduce readers to the youngest woman to receive an Olympic gold medal in snowboarding. Former sports editor Stefanie Loh brings her extensive knowledge to this new installment in the New York Times biography series for young readers, offering a sweet read for any snowboarding enthusiast or Chloe fan.
icebreaker: how mabel fairbanks changed figure skating for rose viña
introduce your little one to the true story of mabel fairbanks, the first black and native american woman to enter the us. uu. Figure Skating Hall of Fame. Orphaned at a young age, Mabel learned to skate after watching other kids in Central Park. she practiced and practiced in the park, but she was not allowed to skate in the all-white indoor skating rink.
However, Mabel didn’t let that stop her growing love of the sport. she then acted on television, coached other skaters and paved the way for other athletes to compete in spaces where she was denied access. her success and her mentorship broke boundaries for more athletes of color to follow her skating dreams.
paul snowman at the winter olympics by yossi lapid
Join Snowman Paul on his journey to gold at the Winter Olympics. from curling to snowboarding to the luge, he always comes out first. But when his friend points out that he won with a little extra help, Paul admits to cheating and returns his medals, offering a valuable lesson in the importance of telling the truth.
For more Olympic adventures with this lovable snowman, add Snowman Paul and Kate’s Olympic Dream to your list and Snowman Paul returns to the Winter Olympics.
tacky and the winter games by helen lester
In this installment of the Tacky the Penguin series, Tacky heads to the Olympic Games. but, unlike his fellow penguin athletes, he doesn’t train very hard and none of his winter events seem to work out for him. he gets his team disqualified from the bobsled race, jumps too high in the ski jumping event, and nearly ruins the pole race. kids (and adults!) will enjoy this fun take on winter games.
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glory on ice by maureen fergus
After centuries of keeping each other company, Vlad the Vampire decides it’s time to find a new hobby. dancing, aerobics and scrapbooking are not for him. however, when he hears that there is a sport where you can “punch”, “crush” and “destroy” your opponent, he does it all, but he doesn’t know that he will join a junior hockey league. This hilarious story about Vlad’s quest to learn hockey will have readers of all ages laughing.
a is for axel: an ice skating alphabet by kurt browning
World champion and Olympic figure skater Kurt Browning makes practicing the alphabet fun with this A-Z guide to skating. Introduce his little ones to a wealth of ice skating terminology while developing alphabetic knowledge at the same time. ice skaters and fans alike will enjoy this in-depth exploration of their beloved sport.
further reading on winter sports and adventure:
I, Matthew Henson by Carole Boston Weatherford
Although not an Olympian, North Pole explorer Matthew Henson deserves a spot on your winter book list. This reading starring Carole Boston Weatherford’s Kirkus takes young readers on Matthew’s historic journey in 1909, when he braved dangerous elements and fought discrimination as a black explorer.
tasting ice: a true story about jackie robinson by sharon robinson
jackie robinson may not be known for any winter sports, but this heartwarming true story written by her daughter will be a home run for baseball fans and anyone who can identify with overcoming fear. While his children loved to play in the lake next to his house, Jackie avoided it at all costs, until they finally convinced him to venture into the icy water while skating. young readers will discover a new side of their baseball hero while gaining some courage.
what is your favorite book about the olympic winter games? Don’t miss our Summer Olympics book roundup for more inspiring Olympic reads!
courtney runn is an austin based writer who loves watching ice skating during the winter olympics.
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