Let’s play! With pickleball sweeping the nation, your little one can be a part of it all. This sturdy board book that’s shaped like a paddle is perfect for the youngest player’s hands to hold and is sure to bring smiles.

From zero-zero to match point to bedtime, this busy day at the court will inspire the next generation of pickleball players. Whether you are a novice or enthusiast, on the court or watching from the sidelines, this uniquely shaped board book will delight pickleball babies and toddlers with bright and cheerful illustrations along with sweet text.

Details:

• By: Daria Harper
• Illustrated by: Denise Holmes
• Published on: May 19, 2026
• Published by:Ten Speed Young Readers
• Pages: 20
• Dimensions:  6-5/8 x 8
• Age Range: 1-3 years
• Grade: Up to Preschool

Shipping timelines

Orders are processed and prepared for shipment within 1-5 business days. Business days exclude weekends and national holidays. Orders are shipped via USPS first class or ground or UPS ground depending on weight and location. Ground shipping is 3-7 business days. Signatures are required for orders over $200 and tracking is provided. We recommend that you provide a shipping address that has a secure delivery space. Pacifier cannot be responsible for theft or damage of packages that have been confirmed as delivered via provided tracking services.

Pre-orders

Items that are noted as pre-order will ship during the timeframe specified.  If the vendor updates the back-order timeframe, we will provide updates and you are welcome to cancel the order anytime prior to shipment.

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Rush shipping is available at an additional price except for the month of December - please call us at 612.767.8501 to inquire about expedited shipping options. We currently ship standard within the continental United States, but please call us at 612.767.8501 if you wish to ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or an APO base to calculate shipping cost.

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Returns made within 30 days of order delivery receive a full refund to the original form of payment. If the product was gifted, may be returned for gift card/store credit.

We do not cover the shipping cost of returns, any shipping fees will be deducted from your refund.The shipping fee depends on the size and weight of your return order. Please call us at 612.767.8501 if you have any questions.Merchandise must be in new, unused condition and packaging intact and with original seals.Strollers, carseats and furniture may only be exchanged/returned if packaging remains sealed. 

Return and exchange timeframe restrictions apply to strollers, carseats, and furniture.

Clearance, special order items, and opened gear/furniture items are final sale and not returnable or exchangeable.

We ship USPS First Class or Ground or UPS Ground, depending on weight. Signatures are required for orders over $200 and tracking is provided. We recommend that you provide a shipping address that has a secure delivery space. Pacifier cannot be responsible for theft of packages that have been confirmed as delivered via provided tracking services.

Game, Set, Storytime! - Shaped like a real pickleball paddle, this playful board book follows a fun-filled day on the court from the first serve to bedtime.

Made for Little Players - Bright illustrations and simple, engaging text introduce babies and toddlers to the exciting world of pickleball while encouraging early learning.

Perfect for Tiny Hands - The sturdy paddle-shaped board book is easy to hold and built for little readers to enjoy again and again.