Books About Skating

The Best Skating Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about 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.

Little Red Gliding Hood
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2015

Little Red Gliding Hood

By Tara Lazar, Troy Cummings (Illustrator)

Little Red must win a skating contest with a surprising partner. Can she succeed?

32 pages· 854 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 930 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Little Red Riding Hood, a figure-skating enthusiast, needs new skates. To win them, she must triumph in a pairs competition. But with everyone paired up, her only option is a partner with big eyes, sharp teeth, and furry paws. Can this unlikely duo glide to victory, or will their differences lead to disaster on the ice? Discover the twists in this fractured fairy tale where nothing is as it seems.
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Twelve Kinds of Ice

Experience winter's magic through twelve enchanting types of ice.

64 pages· 3,438 words· Est. 39 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,600 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Embark on a winter journey with a family as they explore twelve unique types of ice, from fragile beginnings to perfect skating surfaces. Each icy transformation unveils a new adventure, inviting readers to glide over fields and streams, through orchards, and beyond. Discover the beauty and nostalgia of winter's embrace in a series of captivating vignettes, where each layer of ice tells its own story. What secrets does the last ice hold?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

In-line Skating

Discover the thrill of extreme sports with essential tips and safety tricks.

52 pages· 5,822 words· Est. 49 min read
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Paperback
Summary: Dive into the world of extreme sports where in-line skating, snowboarding, and rock climbing reign supreme. This guide is perfect for beginners eager to master the basics and develop safe habits. With step-by-step photo sequences and detailed instructions, you'll learn the techniques and tricks to excel in these radical sports. Whether you're jumping curbs or scaling mountains, uncover the secrets to choosing the right gear and staying safe. Are you ready to embrace the adrenaline and become a part of this thrilling movement?
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

Lucy Tries Short Track

Lucy races on ice, facing tight turns and thrilling challenges. Will she crash or conquer the track?

32 pages· 284 words· Est. 4 min read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 27 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Lucy laces up her skates for a daring short track speed skating adventure. With friends by her side, she navigates tight turns and high-speed thrills. Can Lucy master the ice and reach the finish line without crashing? Join her in this exciting race that encourages young readers to embrace sports and stay active.
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