"An empowering, beautifully illustrated story of finding your own path and not being in a rush to decide who you want to be."
December 2025 Book of the Month
Billie Jean Peet is the middle of three siblings who happily live with their Mum and Dad in a house filled with music, joy and love. But unlike her siblings, Billie Jean has no musical talent, making her feel unworthy and alone. When she goes to school and finds herself surrounded by talented and gifted classmates, she feels even worse.
When she’s given the excellent advice to follow her heart and find what brings her joy, things start to look up. Though not always easy, by playing and improving at basketball Billie Jean is finally able to find her inner music and dance to her own tune.
A delightful story about individuality and resilience, told with a gentle rhyme that makes this a pleasure to read and share aloud. Billie Jean is an excellent example for any child who feels panic strike when they’re asked what they want to be when they grow up, her ability to follow her own path and find joy where she can makes her a great role-model.
David Roberts distinct illustrative style, brings colour, a sense of movement, and heaps of fun to every page. With visual references to music and pop culture icons throughout, readers of all ages will enjoy exploring and deciphering his charming pictures.
From the creative team that brought us the bestsellers Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist, this is sure to be another firm favourite.
From Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, the #1 bestselling creators of Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist, comes an empowering story about marching to the beat of your own drum and celebrating your unique talents
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From Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, the #1 bestselling creators of Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist, comes an empowering story about marching to the beat of your own drum and celebrating your unique talentsBillie Jean Peet is the middle kid in a house full of music. Her older sister sings, her younger sister drums, and even her mouse Pop knows how to bust a move.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Billie Jean Peet, Athlete and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-8 years old
Billie Jean Peet, Athlete features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Featured Books for 7+ readers, Books of the Month, Recommendations, Star Books, Sporting Stories, Sports, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage: General interest
Hardback. £12.59, down from the £13.99 cover price. In Stock.
Billie Jean Peet, Athlete was written by Andrea Beaty and published by Abrams Books for Young Readers
Billie Jean Peet, Athlete has 40 pages
Yes it is part of The Questioneers series
£12.59, reduced from £13.99. In Stock.
