The History of Basketball

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about basketball's beginnings and how it has evolved into the sport we know today. Learn about the early rules of the game, how the uniforms have changed over time, the most well-known NBA and WNBA stars, and more. Sidebars and multiple Take a Look! infographics present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights critical events in the sport's history.

Children can learn more about basketball using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The History of Basketball also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

The History of Basketball is part of Jump!'s History of Sports series.