Free Sports Books for Kids
Our mission is making literacy accessible to all children through free books, because reading should never have barriers. Our sports books celebrate athletics, teamwork, and physical activity for young readers ages 5-9, featuring soccer, basketball, swimming, and other sports that inspire active lifestyles.
What’s Your Name?
Jojo spots a talented boy playing soccer alone on the field. When Jojo tries to join in, he discovers the boy is an amazing player—but there’s something special about him that makes communication tricky. Will Jojo find a way to become real friends with this mysterious new player?
Ballerina
Meet a young dreamer with big ambitions! She dreams of becoming a talented ballerina, spinning across stages and performing for audiences around the world. She’s willing to practice hard and dedicate herself to her craft. But what challenges will she face on her journey to the stage? Find out how determination and passion can help her reach for the stars!
Squad!
Meet an awesome football squad where each player has special skills! One runs super fast, another can dodge and twist, and there’s an amazing header who never misses. But what happens when they face a tough team on game day? Find out how working together and trusting your teammates can make magic happen on the field!
The Duck Race
Meet an eager young duck trainer with a special feathered friend! Watch as they work together to help their duck learn to fly faster and faster. With practice and determination, they’re ready for the big race day. Will their hard work pay off? Find out as you cheer on this speedy duck!
In My Tum
Join in the excitement at the street fair! There’s an eating contest, fun games, and a chance to win big prizes. But when the narrator gets so focused on winning the noodle-eating contest that they start neglecting their team, will they discover what really matters? Find out what happens when competitive spirit meets teamwork!
Jump Up!
Coach Vic has an exciting surprise for his students after school! When they discover it’s volleyball, Tim worries he won’t be good enough. But Coach Vic believes everyone can have fun playing sports. Will Tim overcome his doubts and discover the joy of this amazing game? Join the team and find out!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are sports books especially good for children who resist reading?
Sports are a high-interest topic for many children, and when a child is passionate about a subject they are far more willing to tackle challenging text. Stanovich (1986) showed that increased reading volume creates a compounding positive cycle for vocabulary and fluency. Bookbot’s free sports books are written as decodable readers so even reluctant readers experience success on every page while reading about soccer, basketball, swimming, and other activities they love.
How can I get free sports books for my child on Bookbot?
Every sports title on Bookbot is free to read on the website, and many also include features such as read-aloud narration or downloadable PDFs. Snow, Burns, and Griffin (1998) stressed that easy access to books is a key factor in preventing reading difficulties, and free multi-format access removes cost as a barrier so children can enjoy sports stories anywhere.
Do Bookbot's free sports books follow a structured phonics programme?
Yes. Every sports book on Bookbot is aligned to a phonics scope and sequence that moves from simple letter-sound patterns to complex decoding. The National Reading Panel (2000) confirmed that systematic phonics instruction produces significant reading gains for children in grades K-3. Sports content provides the engagement while the phonics structure ensures each book builds measurable decoding skills.
Can reading sports books aloud help my child build fluency?
Reading aloud is one of the most effective paths to fluency, and sports stories provide the enthusiasm that encourages children to practise. Murphy Odo (2024) found that technology-supported oral reading improves accuracy and fluency in young learners. On the Bookbot website, many books include read-aloud narration that highlights each word in real time, helping children develop proper pacing and expression while enjoying their favourite sports stories.