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It's just a number: Book 3 Lesson-James Learns to Be a Teammate
Paperback
Series: The James Learns Series Lessons from the Game That Last a Lifetime, Book 3
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 30 2026
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.07 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
It's Just a Number is a heartfelt children's soccer story about kindness, teamwork, and discovering what really matters.
When James receives his new jersey for the season, the number on the back doesn't seem important, until a teammate shares how much that number means to him. Faced with a quiet but meaningful choice, James learns that sometimes putting others first can change everything.
As the season unfolds, James begins to understand that effort, generosity, and being a good teammate matter far more than any number. What starts as a small decision becomes a powerful lesson about character, teamwork, and belonging.
It's Just a Number reminds young readers that true confidence comes from how you treat others, and that the greatest wins aren't always shown on the scoreboard.
Perfect for ages 6-9, this story is part of the James Learns Series, a collection of true-to-life stories inspired by real experiences in youth sports, showing kids that it's more than a game.
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