C.J. and His Magic Socks

What If Your Child's Secret Weapon Was Already Inside Them?

CJ has a pair of lucky socks, or so he thinks. Worn out, a little smelly, and never off his feet on game day, they're his secret to success on the basketball court. But when CJ travels all the way to Italy to play with kids from around the world, his gym bag goes missing, socks and all.

Can CJ Win the Big Game Without His Magic?

Without his lucky socks, CJ isn't sure he has what it takes. But his mom reminds him just how hard he's worked to become the player he is, and CJ finally discovers the truth: the magic was in him all along.

A Story About Hard Work, Belief, and Finding Your Own Magic

Perfect for read-aloud moments, CJ AND HIS MAGIC SOCKS is ideal for parents and educators who want to teach children that confidence and dedication, not luck, are the keys to achieving anything they set their minds to.

Young readers ages 4-8 will cheer CJ on as he learns that hard work beats luck every time, and walk away believing the same magic lives in them.

C.J. Watson is an author, philanthropist, and former NBA player whose mission extends far beyond the basketball court. CJ's Big Dream was created to inspire young readers to chase their dreams and work hard for what they want, a message rooted in his own life journey. Watson is the founder of the Quiet Storm Foundation and a scholarship fund honoring his late grandmother, Mary L. Watson, both dedicated to empowering the next generation.