Books About Figure Skating

The Best Figure Skating Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about figure skating? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Figure Skating

Fearless Heart
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Fearless Heart

By Frank Murphy, Surya Bonaly, Anastasia Magloire Williams (Illustrator)

A young girl born in Nice, France, rises through the world of competitive figure skating, defying expectations and fighting for recognition on her own terms.

32 pages· 1,312 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 133 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Surya Bonaly, a dynamic figure skater from France, challenges conventions with her vibrant routines and bold moves. Despite doubts about her place on the podium, her fearless spirit drives her to redefine what a champion looks like. At the 1998 Olympics, she performs an iconic backflip, cementing her legacy. Discover a story of courage and self-expression on the ice.
Marvelous Mabel
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$1990
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Marvelous Mabel

By Crystal Hubbard, Alleanna Harris (Illustrator)

A determined girl turned away from ice rinks becomes a figure-skating trailblazer.

40 pages· 1,987 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 113 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the 1930s many rinks wouldn't let Black skaters on the ice, so young Mabel Fairbanks practiced sharp turns and spins on a homemade rink in her bedroom. Needing more room, she returned to a rink that had denied her and refused to take no for an answer. She went on to become the first Black athlete inducted into the US Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
Wei Skates On
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Wei Skates On

By Nathan Chen, Lorraine Nam (Illustrator)

A young skater's nerves grow as his first big competition gets closer.

40 pages
4.1 Goodreads · 228 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Wei has loved ice-skating since his first visit to the rink: gliding, jumping and moving to the music. But as his first big competition draws near, he starts to worry about winning. With help from his mom, Wei learns to handle his nerves and find the joy in skating, whatever the result.
Not Yet
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Not Yet

By Zahra Lari, Hadley Davis, Sara Alfageeh (Illustrator)

Everyone says she is too old to learn to skate. She answers: not yet.

40 pages· 461 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 135 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: After watching a skating movie, young Zahra decides she will learn to ice skate, even though her family and friends doubt her. Loosely based on the life of Zahra Lari, the Emirati champion who was the first figure skater to compete internationally in a hijab, this story celebrates courage and determination.
Being Sloane Jacobs
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2014

Being Sloane Jacobs

By Lauren Morrill

Two girls swap lives for a summer, discovering that being someone else is harder than it seems.

352 pages· 78,545 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.6 Goodreads · 4,264 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Sloane Emily, a figure skater, and Sloane Devon, an ice hockey player, meet by chance and decide to switch places for the summer. As they navigate each other's worlds, unexpected romances and familiar faces challenge their plans. Can they keep up the charade, or will they find that being themselves is the real adventure? Dive into a tale of identity, dreams, and unexpected connections.
Finding Her Edge
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2022

Finding Her Edge

By Jennifer Iacopelli

A struggling skating star fakes a romance with her partner to save the family rink.

320 pages
3.2 Goodreads · 7,554 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Adrianna Russo comes from figure skating royalty and dreams of the ice dance podium at the Junior World Championships. But her family's famous rink is failing, and when money troubles deepen, her partner Brayden suggests they let fans believe their chemistry is real. The fake romance wins sponsors, but keeping it up is hard, especially while training beside Freddie, the first crush and former partner she left behind.
Dreams on Ice
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–13 · 1998

Dreams on Ice

By Beverly Lewis · Book #1 in the Girls Only (GO!) series

A young skater must start over in a new town after a family loss.

124 pages· 21,019 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Paperback
Summary: Eleven-year-old Olivia Hudson dreams of becoming a professional figure skater, but after her mother's death her father takes a job in Alpine Lake, Colorado, and she has to leave her Chicago skating friends behind. Her worry turns to hope when she discovers an Olympic-size rink near her new home. Can she find a coach, new friends and her place on the ice?
There Are No Figure Eights in Hockey
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$2405
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2010

There Are No Figure Eights in Hockey

By Chris Kreie, Jorge Santillan (Illustrator) · Sports Illustrated Kids Victory School Superstars series

A gold-medal skater tries hockey and finds his skills don't fit the game.

56 pages
4.4 Goodreads · 69 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Josh has already won gold in figure skating, so he wants a new challenge on the ice. Hockey seems perfect, but once he joins a team he learns that fancy spins don't help much when it comes to passing, shooting and playing together.
Breaking the Ice
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Breaking the Ice

A hockey accident leaves Harper afraid to skate. Can a new friend help her find courage again?

256 pages· 38,458 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 247 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Harper, once a star hockey player, is haunted by an on-ice accident. Now working at the rink's snack shack, she avoids the sport she loves. Enter Jason, a charming figure skater and new classmate, who stirs something within her. With his encouragement and her best friend Bea's support, Harper faces a choice: remain sidelined or confront her fears. Will she find the strength to forgive herself and return to the ice? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship, self-discovery, and second chances.
Skater's Secret
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$2469
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008

Skater's Secret

By Jake Maddox, Lisa Trumbauer, Tuesday Mourning (Illustrator) · Jake Maddox Sports Stories series

A figure skater fights to escape her sister's shadow.

63 pages· 4,666 words· Est. 39 min read
4.2 Goodreads · 63 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Maggie, a talented figure skater, is tired of living in her sister Shannon's shadow. As Shannon basks in the spotlight, Maggie yearns to prove her own worth on the ice. Determined to shine, Maggie faces the challenge of stepping out from behind her sister's success. Can she carve her own path and find her moment to sparkle, or will Shannon's presence always overshadow her dreams? Dive into a world of ice, rivalry, and self-discovery as Maggie battles for her place in the spotlight.
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