I play sports and you can too! Whether it’s building teamwork in volleyball or resilience and perseverance in relay, join Olympian and professional hockey player Kendall Coyne Schofield for a fun and empowering picture book celebrating girls participating in sports. Dream big and encourage growth in all athletic abilities!

In this joyful story featuring a medley of different sports, young Kendall guides readers as they discover new and familiar games, focusing on the highs and lows of the athletic experience, from scoring goals and making friends to overcoming difficulties and learning resilience and confidence. Through both group and individual sports, I Play Sports celebrates teamwork, perseverance, and the power of believing in yourself. The vibrant artwork depicts diverse kids from a variety of backgrounds, showing that anyone and everyone can play sports, no matter their starting ability. Perfect for young athletes and big dreamers, this book shows that sports are more than just games—they’re a way to grow, connect, and, most of all, have FUN!

Sports featured in I Play Sports:

• Hockey
• Soccer
• Flag football
• Cheer
• Basketball
• Gymnastics
• Track
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Softball
• Golf
• Dance
• Wrestling
• Lacrosse
• Figure skating
• Volleyball
• Marial arts

Skills and values taught in I Play Sports:

• Teamwork
• Friendship
• Confidence
• Winning and losing
• Perseverance
• Courage
• Diversity
• Respect
• Learning new things
• Hard work
• Practice
• Dedication and determination
• Dreaming big!