When the weather turns frosty and ponds freeze over, it is time to head outdoors for some winter fun. There is something pretty magical that happens when kids of all ages from all over the neighborhood congregate for a day of wholesome activity. Picture books about ice skating capture the challenges of kids learning how to balance on thin blades as they move across slick surfaces. There are also exciting stories about pick-up hockey games where more experienced skaters show off their stick skills. And tales of graceful figure skaters who move effortlessly on the ice, spinning and turning in dizzying fashion.
It is definitely not easy to glide across the ice on a pair of blades, something Peppa Pig learns the hard way. Her pals are all at the rink having a ton of fun but Peppa has never done it before. Not wanting to miss out, she find the courage to join the crew and eventually get the hang of it after a few stumbles.
Children's Stories Featuring Ice Skaters
Watching gifted athletes jump, spin, and skid across the ice in a controlled manner is deceiving. They make it look easy and effortless, effectively tricking bystanders into thinking it is a piece of cake. Much like experts skiers who expertly traverse difficult terrain, these skilled individuals coast, flow, and glide in natural motion that defies the difficulty of the sport. Before taking your little ons to a pond or a rink for the first time, read a few children's books about ice skaters who put in hours of practice before perfecting their craft. These stories are packed with lessons about perseverance in the face of failure. The characters suffer bumps and bruises, and come close to quitting many times before they finally find balance on the ice.
Figure Skating Books for Kids
Every four years, the world turns their attention to the winter Olympics where figure skaters perform incredible feats on the ice. The satisfying sound of blades can be heard scraping across the ice as athletes perform axels, toe jumps, camel spins, and death spirals. What the audience doesn't see are the excruciatingly long hours of practice, the painful injuries, and the many falls at competitions before reaching this point. Just like gymnasts who make their skills look easy during the summer games, the most accomplished athletes do incredible things on the ice with so much grace that the complexity is deceiving. Books for kids about figure skating capture the moments behind the scenes. Readers will enjoy following the stories of beginners taking to the ice for the first time. Their tales of fortitude will be important to remember any time life gets difficult, in or out of the rink.
Angelina Ice Skates
The ballerina mouse takes her skills to the ice where she and her friends are preparing for a very special performance. Along with Alice, Flora, and Felicity, Angelina works on the choreography and her skating skills. But, unlike dancing on stage with pointe shoes, the slick surface proves to be much more difficult. to make matters worse, neighborhood bullies taunt and tease the girls who are feeling deflated ahead of the show.
Dream Big Little Pig
Competitive figure skater and Olympic champion Kristy Yamaguchi has penned an inspiring story about a pig who dares to dream. Poppy wants to be a superstar. Living in New York City, she is surrounded by lots of inspiration as she embarks on a personal journey of self-discovery. She finally discovers a passion for sailing across the ice, and also find the inner strength to pick herself up time and again until she has mastered the skill.
Wei Skates On
The author of this story, Nathan Chen, knows firsthand the hard work, pressure, and anxiety leading up to a performance. As an Olympic gold medalist who overcame many personal challenges, he offers an inspiring story for any child ever facing self-doubt. Filled with thoughtful messages about the importance of finding joy in the journey, independent of winning, is valuable in today's society where success is measured in metrics.
Wibble Wobble BOOM!
An overly eager little girl can't wait to jump, spin, and twirl across the ice, just like the figure skaters she has seen work their magic. Her excitement is soon squashed when she hits the rink for her first lesson. Claire wants to skip right past the fundamentals, like learning how to march across the slick surface, and get to the fancy tricks. Like everyone who is just learning, Claire quickly discovers skating is much harder than it looks.
The First Ones on the Ice
The quiet solitude of skating across an icy pond before the rest of the world has risen pure magic. Siblings soak in the natural beauty of their surroundings as they clear the surface from snow, preparing for a full day of play. As the sun rises, kids from the area congregate on the ice, including a hockey team that has gathered to practice. The story concludes with the setting of the sun, where the brother and sister are alone once again enjoying the peaceful outdoors.
A Day for Skating
All the feels of a toddler's first day skating on the pond are captured in this cute, rhyming story. It's a most special day when kids from all over meet up for various activities, like ice hockey games and fun spins across the frozen surface. Smiling faces convey the pure joy of unadulterated outdoor fun. The little cherub, who repeatedly falls and picks herself up again, returns home exhausted and happy where a warm cup of hot cocoa is waiting.
Tallulah's Ice Skates
A valuable tale, part of the popular Tallulah book series, about a girl who determined to master her skills on the frozen ice. A talented ballet dancer, she underestimates the work it will take to become a figure skater. Her best friend just wants to have fun, but Tallulah is fiercely determined. A chance encounter with a boy teaches her to lighten up and just enjoy the experience.
Stronger Than She Thinks
Olympian Nancy Kerrigan draws from her own childhood experiences around the time and sacrifice required to reach her level of competition. An insightful book for kids who only see the success stories without understanding all the work and failures leading up to a star's shining moment. Funds are tight and practice at the rink is expensive, but with perseverance and determination, dreams are within reach.
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