Books About Softball

The Best Softball Books for Kids

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

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Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022

Coming Up Short

By Laurie Morrison

A scandal shatters Bea's world, testing her softball skills and her ability to forgive her father.

304 pages· 61,319 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 170 ratings

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Summary: Bea's life unravels when her father's scandal rocks their town, just as her softball team reaches the championships. With her skills faltering and her father's actions exposed by her crush's dad, Bea faces a dilemma: can she forgive her father and reclaim her confidence? As friendships strain and her family struggles, Bea must navigate the chaos to find her true self. Will she overcome the whispers and pity, or will her dreams slip away like the throws she once mastered? Discover Bea's journey through turmoil and redemption in this gripping tale of resilience.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Softball Surprise

By Jake Maddox, Katie Wood (Illustrator) · Jake Maddox Sports Stories series

Jo must choose between victory and loyalty in her softball league.

72 pages· 5,639 words· Est. 47 min read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 167 ratings

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Summary: Jo eagerly anticipates joining the summer softball league, convinced this is her year to shine. But when unexpected news surfaces, she faces a tough choice: join the winning Red Angels or stay with the team she cherishes. As the season unfolds, Jo must weigh her dreams of triumph against the bonds of friendship. Will she follow her heart or her ambition? The stakes are high, and Jo's decision could change everything.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Katie, Batter Up!

By Coco Simon · Book #5 in the Cupcake Diaries series

Katie must find her passion beyond cupcakes. Can she conquer her fears on the softball field?

160 pages· 23,617 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,547 ratings

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Summary: Katie's friends have their own activities, but she's still searching for hers. When she joins the softball team, she faces a new challenge: overcoming her nerves during games. As she struggles with the pressure of competition, Katie wonders if this is the right path for her. Can she find the courage to swing for the fences, or will her fears hold her back? Discover how Katie learns that pursuing what you love can make all the difference, both on the field and in life.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Team Players

By Mike Lupica · Home Team series

Can Cassie learn that fixing others isn't the answer, or will her stubbornness cost her everything?

320 pages

4.0/5 Goodreads · 239 ratings

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Summary: Cassie Bennett thrives on leading her softball team to victory. But when Sarah, a talented yet socially struggling new player, joins, Cassie's attempts to help backfire. As the team focuses on a high-stakes tournament, tensions rise, and Sarah feels more isolated. Cassie must confront her own need to control and learn that true leadership means understanding, not fixing. Will she adapt in time, or risk losing more than just games?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2002

Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes

By Wendelin Van Draanen · Sammy Keyes series

A softball player finds a baby in a bag, sparking a thrilling search.

277 pages· 63,767 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,116 ratings

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Summary: Sammy Keyes, a junior detective and softball player, faces a curveball when a mysterious girl leaves her with a bag containing a baby. As Sammy searches for the girl, she navigates unexpected challenges beyond the softball field. With her team’s future at stake and personal dramas unfolding, can Sammy solve the mystery and keep her life from unraveling? Dive into a fast-paced adventure where every clue leads to more questions, and nothing is as it seems. Will Sammy's detective skills be enough to uncover the truth and save the day?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Fast Pitch

By Nic Stone

A softball captain must uncover family secrets to save her team and prove her worth.

208 pages

4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,987 ratings

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Summary: Shenice Lockwood, captain of the Fulton Firebirds, is determined to lead her team to victory. But as the only all-brown team, they face extra challenges. When her great-uncle reveals a family scandal, Shenice's focus wavers, threatening her leadership. Can she uncover the truth and keep the Firebirds in the game, or will secrets strike them out forever?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004

The Zippity Zinger

By Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver · Book #4 in the Hank Zipzer series

A spicy mishap threatens recess. Can Hank fix his mistake?

160 pages· 24,669 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 723 ratings

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Summary: Hank Zipzer faces a culinary catastrophe during multicultural week at PS 87. When a spicy dish lands the class in trouble, Hank suspects his math mix-up is to blame. With recess on the line, can Hank clear his name and save the day without landing in detention forever? Join Hank on a hilarious journey of mishaps and redemption.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 1999

Sammy Keyes and the Sisters of Mercy

By Wendelin Van Draanen · Sammy Keyes series

A missing cross, a stolen mitt, and a prime suspect. Can Sammy clear her name?

210 pages· 54,568 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,901 ratings

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Summary: Sammy Keyes finds herself in hot water when a valuable cross disappears from St. Mary's, and she's the main suspect. As she juggles clearing her name and retrieving her stolen catcher's mitt before the softball play-offs, Sammy encounters nuns in feather boas, a homeless girl, and a carrot-chomping dog. With a safe to crack and her reputation on the line, can Sammy solve the mystery and reclaim her mitt? Dive into a whirlwind week of sleuthing and surprises with Sammy Keyes.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2006

Under the Baseball Moon

By John Ritter

A skateboarding trumpeter and a softball pitcher face a mysterious force altering their dreams.

224 pages· 58,924 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 300 ratings

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Summary: Andy Ramos, a skateboarding trumpeter, dreams of fusing Latin jazz, rock, and hip-hop to reach stardom. Glory Martinez, a softball pitcher, aims for Olympic glory. Their paths intertwine, sparking a mysterious blend of music and sport. But is their newfound synergy natural, or is the enigmatic man in black pulling the strings? As their worlds collide, they must uncover the truth behind their extraordinary connection.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1996

Mummies Don't Coach Softball

By Debbie Dadey, Marcia T. Jones · The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids series

A losing softball team suspects their bandaged coach is a cursed mummy.

80 pages· 6,339 words· Est. 53 min read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 706 ratings

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Summary: The Bailey Batters have never won a game, and their new coach, Mr. Tuttle, is always wrapped in bandages. As their losing streak continues, the team wonders if a mummy's curse is to blame. Could Mr. Tuttle be the Mummy of Doom, seeking a stolen diamond? With each game, the mystery deepens, and the Batters must uncover the truth before their season is lost forever. Can they break the curse and finally claim victory, or will the mummy's secret doom them all?

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Softball Strikeout

Ages 8–12 · 2023

New town, new team. Can she pitch her way to success and friendship?

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Kristy and the Walking Disaster (Graphic Novel)

Ages 8–11 · 2024

A ragtag softball team faces a fierce rival, but the real challenge is a secret crush.

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The Perfect Pitch

Ages 7–10 · 2023

Annabella must juggle softball and acting, but can she be in two places at once?

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Windmill Windup

Ages 9–12 · 2002

Kelly's softball dreams shatter as she's moved to a rival team and faces personal upheaval.

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Catching Confidence

Ages 9–12 · 2018

Ana must overcome challenges to join her school's softball team.

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Stolen Bases

Ages 8–11 · 2008

Softball gear vanishes, reappears. Can Eva and Becca catch the mysterious thief?

Graphic Nov.

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Fast-Pitch Feud

Ages 8–13 · 2022

Sisters clash on the fast-pitch field. Can they unite to win?

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Softball Switch-Up

Ages 8–11 · 2019

Can Raisa share the mound to save her team?

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Ellie Steps Up to the Plate

Ages 5–9 · 2018

A young girl navigates her passion for singing and her newfound interest in baseball, learning valuable lessons about perseverance and teamwork along the way.

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Kristy and the Walking Disaster

Ages 8–12 · 1989

A ragtag softball team faces a tough rival, and their coach has a secret crush.

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The Best Softball Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Softball

Coming Up Short

Softball Surprise

Katie, Batter Up!

Team Players

Sammy Keyes and the Search for Snake Eyes

Fast Pitch

The Zippity Zinger

Sammy Keyes and the Sisters of Mercy

Under the Baseball Moon

Mummies Don't Coach Softball

Great books, picked for their age.

Softball Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Softball Strikeout

Kristy and the Walking Disaster (Graphic Novel)

The Perfect Pitch

Windmill Windup

Catching Confidence

Stolen Bases

Fast-Pitch Feud

Softball Switch-Up

Ellie Steps Up to the Plate

Kristy and the Walking Disaster

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