Sports—winning, losing, trying, failing… it all comes down to mindset. You want your child challenge themselves on the field. It's an ideal environment for personal growth, mindset work, and self-discovery. It’s easy to say, "I embrace challenges in sports." But what does it feel like to challenge yourself when people are watching, your reputation is on the line, and you might make a mistake or even let down your team? These stories let your child walk through those feelings with a character who is just like them—relatable kids with struggles your child will recognize and identify with. Your child will cheer them on through their hard moments, and see what it looks like to grow on the field. Read together with your 1st-3rd grader, or give it to your 4th-6th grader to read on their own. Then explore the discussion questions provided at the end of each story together to solidify the learning together in meaningful and transformative conversations that reinforce your own family's values. The next time they walk on the field, they'll know what it takes to be a great athlete and team member—commitment, determination, and a willingness to learn from mistakes. This collection features four different characters, each with their own goal and obstacle. Everyone told Sophia ballet would be just like gymnastics. Everyone was wrong. Caleb loves his BMX bike more than anything… just not on race day. Softball is Samantha’s sport. Soccer is the opposite of softball. Nothing would make Max want to help the new kid, Callun, at basketball tryouts… except realizing he’s the one person who can make a difference. This book makes a great gift for all children—those who already love sports, and those who are just getting interested. Your child will love rooting for characters they care about as they work hard to find their place on the team! "Over my 15 years in education, I have seen a profound need in our schools and communities for resources and books that will help children learn essential social and emotional skills. Our children need stories that will teach them about the complexities of life, relationships and choices they will have to make in a natural and meaningful way. Watt showed respect to her audience by treating their experiences and perspectives with a sense of dignity. Too often children and their emotional needs are minimized or ignored, and I found her stories honored their experiences and feelings, while teaching them about how to respond and process their emotions in a healthy way." -Jen Binkley, 15-year teacher