Winners Never Quit!
by Mia Hamm
HarperTrophy 2004
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- sportsmanship
- teamwork
- growth mindset
- handling frustration
- self-control
- confidence
- family support
About this book
Soccer star Mia Hamm shares a picture-book story about a young girl who loves the game but hates to lose. After walking off the field when things don’t go her way, she learns that real winners keep trying, play fair, and support their team. Simple text and lively art make the lesson about perseverance and sportsmanship easy for young readers to grasp. Perfect for early elementary kids who enjoy sports and stories about learning from mistakes.
Setting: a youth soccer field in a contemporary suburban setting
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winners Never Quit! right for my child?
Yes — Winners Never Quit! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include perseverance, sportsmanship, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Winners Never Quit!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Winners Never Quit! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Winners Never Quit! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Winners Never Quit! has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Winners Never Quit!?
Winners Never Quit! has an AR reading level of 2.5, which places it at a 2nd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.