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Ronaldo Biography For Kids: Learn, Play, and Become Great: Inspiring Ronaldo Book for Kids (Soccer Biographies for Kids) (June 9, 2023) by Kerry Tran (Author) 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 26
Oct 1, 2023 · Part of: Soccer Biographies for Kids (17 books) See all formats and editions. Dive into the incredible world of soccer with "Lionel Messi: A Champion for All," an enchanting biography designed especially for kids and teens. Step into the shoes of one of the greatest soccer players of all time, Lionel Messi, and witness his incredible story unfold.
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Mina vs. the Monsoon by Rukhsanna Guidroz, illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta
This isn’t a picture book about the monsoon rains. It’s really a story about a young girl who loves soccer. There is a surprise about who else likes soccer that you can discover drinking chai, eating samosas, and, of course, playing soccer! [picture book, ages 4 and up]
The Field by Baptiste Paul, illustrated by Jacqueline Alcántara
It just takes an open field, a makeshift goal, and a ball to play futbol. Rain, mud, and mamas calling you in can stop these joyous children from playing soccer! This is a joyous celebration of a Creole childhood and of the love of soccer. Creole words are included in the text. “Creole is a language spoken by peoples of several Caribbean islands including Haiti, Saint Lucia, and Dominica.” [picture book, ages 4 and up]
José and Feliz Play Fútbol (José and El Perro) by Susan Rose and Silvia López, illustrated by Gloria Felix
I love that this early chapter book includes Spanish words. José makes his school soccer team and his dog, Feliz, helps him train. Both José and his dog have skills! At practice, Feliz impresses the coach with his dribbling skills but José worries his dog will interfere in their upcoming game. Not to worry, Feliz is well-behaved and José scores a goal! Soccer players of every age will delight in this gentle story celebrating Latinx futbol. [Early Chapter Book, ages 5 and up]
For the Love of Soccer! by Pelé, illustrated by Frank Morrison
Arguably the best soccer player of all time, Pelé speaks to a young audience about what drove him. He loved competing in games, being part of a team, and most of all, the pure love of the game. His positive messages and inspirational story of overcoming poverty are other reasons why he is an icon of soccer. [picture book autobiography, ages 4 and up]
Sunakali the “Messi of the Himalayas by Jennifer Vorms-Le Morvan, illustrated by Nicolas Wild
This is not an #OwnVoices book but it does tell the story of a remarkable talent in the Himalayas. Sunakali, a small Nepalese country girl, keeps goats with her friends in the Himalayas. But the girls have a secret passion: soccer! They play it every afternoon in the pastures. One day, a visitor from Katmandu asks to meet them. I want to start a national women’s soccer team. I will coach you and get you invited to tournaments. It’s the beginning of an incredible true story. [middle grade pict...
The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field by Scott Riley, illustrated by Nguyen Quang and Kim Lien
Review by A Kid’s Book A Day: “Prasit Nemmin and his friends could only play soccer a couple of times a month since the sandbar they played on in their island village of Koh Panyee, Thailand was underwater the rest of the time. Watching the World Cup on TV made them want to play every day, inspiring their plan to build a floating field. Using cast-off wood and old barrels, they were able to build a platform that could stay afloat on top of buoys. They practiced just about every day, and their...
Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach by Kim Chaffee, illustrated by Alexandra Badiu
Review by A Kid’s Book A Day: “As the youngest of seven children, Abby Wambach learned to be tough, especially on the soccer field. After a successful high school career that ended with a crushing state championship loss, Abby played at the University of Florida where she was recruited for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team. She toughened up even more with a personal trainer to become part of the team that won the gold medal at the 2004 Olympics. She was on track to win another medal when...
Ten Thousand Tries by Amy Makechnie
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Dec 23, 2018 · All these soccer biographies are written for kids grades 3rd through 8th – a good length around 150-160 pages each. The Flea – The Amazing Story of Leo Messi. Cristiano Ronaldo – The Rise of a Winner. Neymar – The Wizard. We actually bought these 3 as a set.
Meet the greatest soccer players in the game—inspiring biographies for ages 8 to 12! Soccer (or football) is a popular and beloved sport all over the world. Discover the most talented goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards with Soccer Biographies for Kids .
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The 20 best soccer biography books recommended by USA Today, The Times, Emma John, Ray Hudson, Mike Parry, James Pearce and others.
Dec 10, 2023 · We believe this soccer biography offers young readers an engaging introduction to the sport’s most legendary players, blending essential historical facts with captivating graphics. Pros. Engaging graphics support the text; Concise biographies ideal for young readers; Text-to-Speech feature supports learning; Cons. Limited depth of information
