ATHLETES WHO CHANGED THE GAME is a collective biography profiling over 50 athletes, managers, and coaches who were the barrier-breakers in their sport. With a broad reach extending beyond well-known sports like basketball and baseball, the book introduces readers to a variety of pioneering athletes and provides a historical context for the significance of their role in their sport. The one-page profiles, each with an accompanying illustration, are a quick read and provide an insight into the challenges faced by these athletes. Information packed and inspirational!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for sharing an eARC of the book with me.

This is a great highlight of athletes who achieved firsts in their respective game of choice. Flagging many firsts, this highlights players like Serena Williams, Jackie Robinson, and Tiger Woods, to name a few. It also highlights managers and other team categories that have achieved firsts and blazed the path for those to come. It is inspiring.

Books like this that allow students to learn about many different people are among my many favorites.

I appreciate that this includes other important information, such as Title IX and what made each athlete the first. The index separates the athletes by sport, which is helpful!

I know some kiddos will love this book, and I am excited to add it to my library.

Thank you to Sourcebooks and Net Galley for the eARC! All opinions are my own.

"Athletes Who Changed the Game" is an excellent book for young sports enthusiasts! It showcases the remarkable stories of athletes who made significant impacts on their respective sports and the broader sports landscape. As a passionate sports fan myself, I found this book incredibly engaging. Many of the athletes featured in this book were pioneers in their sports, breaking new ground and overcoming formidable challenges. Their stories of resilience are truly inspiring.

I highly recommend this book for readers of all ages! A special thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.

Children’s picture book reviews part two 🪁📚🧸

B is for Belonging by Shannon Anderson (publish date August 5) This book teaches such a beautiful outtake on life and what is so important. “A is for when you accept others without judging them and don’t ask them to change” The concepts, the illustrations, the conversations to come from reading this book, and the takeaway was incredible. Every preschool should begin the year with this book. Phenomenally done! @teachercreatedmaterial

100 Words from the Street by Sesame Workshop (publish date is September 30) Such a fun interactive book, and wonderful for this key words to help your little one learn and express to you. My son loved the pictures, and has read it over and over! Highly recommend. @sesameworkshop

The World is Awaiting You by Marianne Richmond (publish date is September 2) It’s in my Amazon cart already for preorder. This book is so precious, and teaches kids to be themselves and have their own spark in this world! To shine bright, and never change what they love! I can’t wait to have this as a staple bedtime story in our home. This would make a beautiful gift! @mariannerichmondwriter @sourcebookskids

The I Can Say Goodnight Book by Stephanie Cohen (publish date is September 30) Created by a speech pathologist, this book is adorable and helps with early speech! My son loves this book. I always want to make sure we are introducing the right words, the right ways, and this is wonderfully put together! @learntotalkwithme @sourcebookskids

Pasta These are Fun Names to Say by Felice Ariana (publish date September 30) My kids giggled and giggled with this book! Such a fun bedtime story book. @felice.arianna

Athletes Who Changed the Game by James Buckley (publish date August 5) My son absolutely devoured this book! Such a fun book for kids to follow along with sports. A great book to hold their attention, and have fun conversations with. @buxtagram @sourcebookskids

A Little Extra Jayne by Summer Adamson (publish date September 23) Every girl needs this book. This is the most precious story, with the most quaint illustrations. The story was so heart felt. Beautifully done! @a_little_extra_jayne