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Inspiring Stories of Soccer Greats: 12 Uplifting Tales for Kids
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Series: From Challenge to Champion
BiographySelf HelpSports & Recreation
Publisher Price: $13.99
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ISBN13: 9798217150847
Publisher: Z Kids
Published: Apr 7 2026
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 8.90
Language: English
Publisher: Z Kids
Published: Apr 7 2026
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 8.90
Language: English
Fuel your child's big dreams--and spark their love of reading--with these inspiring stories of soccer's greatest stars. A perfect book for FIFA World Cup 2026! Does your kid dream of dribbling through defenders to kick the winning goal? Are they obsessed with the beautiful game? Score big with your young reader with Inspiring Stories of Soccer Greats! This uplifting collection shares stories of the game's biggest legends and its most remarkable teams. Whether it's learning about Lionel Messi's record-breaking journey, or how the 1999 US Women's National Team broke barriers, or how Alex Morgan and Vinicius Jr. stood up for what's right, every page motivates young readers to dream bigger, work harder, and believe in their potential--on and off the pitch. Inside this book, kids will discover:
- An all-star lineup of global soccer stars. Read about the 1999 US Women's National Team, 2015-2016 Leicester City, David Clarke, Gianluigi Buffon, Marta, Lionel Messi, Alex Morgan, Sadio Mané, Mo Salah, Christian Pulisic, Asisat Oshoala, Vinicius Jr., and Ada Hegerberg.
- Life lessons that go beyond the game. Stories about resilience, teamwork, and self-belief will help kids face their own challenges with the heart of a champion.
- More athletes to follow--and fall in love with. Learn about 12 more current soccer players, including Aitana Bonmati, Ousmane Dembélé, Lamine Yamal, Trinity Rodman, and more.
- An engaging read for emerging readers. Short chapters, packed with fun trivia, build confidence in even the most reluctant readers.
- The perfect soccer gift for kids who dream big. Whether for the 2026 World Cup, birthdays, holidays, or just because your kid loves soccer, this book makes a thoughtful addition to any kid's library.
Want even more inspiration for your young sports fan? Complete your sports book collection with From Challenge to Champion, Inspiring Stories of Football Greats, and Inspiring Stories of Baseball Greats.
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