Soccer Biographies for Kids - (Sports Biographies for Kids) by Tanya Keith (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

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. This lineup shows you what it takes to be one of the greats, with the amazing stories, stats, and achievements of the best players on the pitch.

• Legends of the league -- Learn about players who changed the game, like Sergio Ramos, Kylian Mbappé, Alexia Putellas, and Yaya Touré.
• Key career stats -- Each biography includes the player's history, big wins, fun facts, and more.
• Draft your dream team -- Get to know the players and create your own ideal team on the blank roster at the back of the book.

Whether you're an aspiring athlete or just a big fan, score big with this soccer book for kids.

Review Quotes

"A must read for soccer fans! A wealth of interesting bios on some of the best soccer players and more." -- Customer review

"Here is an interesting read about legendary soccer players from all over the planet. You'll read about how they trained, the challenges they had to overcome, the hardships they endured, and how they used their success to help others. These inspiring bios not only show how these players changed the game to what we know now but also to how the game changed them and became a way of life for them." -- Customer review

"I shared this book with a 4th grade boy who is PASSIONATE about soccer. He loved it! It has fun illustrations of each player, it's well organized by the player's field position, and it lists many fun facts about each player." -- Customer review

About the Author

TANYA KEITH has traveled around the world following US Soccer for the past 26 years. First as a referee, then as a coach, player, supporter, and parent, she has experienced US Soccer from all angles. She writes about her experiences on her blog, SoccerFamilyStyle.com.