Lionel Messi - Read & Shine
Playmakers Series
What’s inside...
This series includes real life stories of a few remarkable people who are known far and wide and through their will and determination changed the face of the world. These biographies are written in an easy manner and key incidents are beautifully illustrated. In a world of negativity and confusion, children are constantly in need of positive role models. Our People Who Changed the World series brings the stories of such inspiring people—from great world leaders to incredible sportspersons—in these illustrated biographies.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-10
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Lionel Messi a successful athlete? Can you think of any qualities you have that are similar?
How do you feel when you face challenges or setbacks like Messi does? What ways can you overcome them?
Messi moved to Spain at a young age to pursue his dreams. How do you think he felt leaving home, and what would you have done in his place?
What lessons can you learn from Messi’s commitment and dedication to soccer?
How does Lionel Messi show the importance of teamwork on the field? Can you share an experience where teamwork was crucial for you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to draw parallels between their own experiences and Messi's, making the discussion more relatable.
Highlight the importance of perseverance and hard work as portrayed in the book, emphasizing how these values apply in various aspects of life, not just sports.
Ask your child to imagine themselves in Messi’s shoes in different scenarios in the book to deepen their understanding of empathy and decision-making.
Discuss the concept of dreams and ambitions, and how to actively work towards them, inspired by Messi’s story.
Prompt your child to think about teamwork and its impact, drawing examples from both the book and their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story highlights Lionel Messi's journey from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the world's greatest soccer players, emphasizing his continual practice and dedication despite challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of persistent effort in achieving goals, whether in academics, sports, or other activities.
Example Lesson: Overcoming adversity
Explanation: Messi faced numerous setbacks, including health challenges and early career rejections, but he never gave up on his dream.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that obstacles and failures are part of life, and they can overcome them with resilience and determination.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout his career, Messi has demonstrated the significance of working cooperatively with teammates to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating with others and how collective effort can lead to greater achievements in group projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Humility
Explanation: Despite his fame and success, Messi is known for his humility and respect towards others, attributes that are highlighted throughout the book.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to remain humble and respectful to others, regardless of their own successes or abilities.
Example Lesson: Passion and dedication
Explanation: The book showcases Messi's love for soccer and his commitment to continuously improving his skills.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to identify and pursue their passions with enthusiasm and dedication, which can lead to personal fulfillment and success.