Books like Football: Then to WOW! (Sports Illustrated Kids Then to WOW!)
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Clothesline Clues to Sports People Play
Kathryn Heling, Deborah Hembrook, Andy Robert Davies, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Interactive guessing game enhances critical thinking.
Illustrations promote recognition skills in young readers.
Introduces various sports in an engaging manner.
Encourages physical activity and team participation.

Clothesline Clues to Sports People Play
Kathryn Heling, Deborah Hembrook, Andy Robert Davies, 2015
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Mason Dixon: Basketball Disasters
Claudia Mills, Guy Francis, 2012
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about overcoming sports challenges.
Highlights teamwork, perseverance, and friendship.
Encourages resilience and personal growth in children.
Ideal for engaging reluctant young readers.

Mason Dixon: Basketball Disasters
Claudia Mills, Guy Francis, 2012
A Day in the Life of a Footballer
Harriet Hains, 1999
24 pages
Why to read
Promotes teamwork and cooperation among children.
Inspires an active lifestyle through fun football stories.
Educational content about the rules of football.
Enhances reading skills with engaging narrative.

A Day in the Life of a Footballer
Harriet Hains, 1999
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My Football Family
Andy Holloway, Honee Jang, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases teamwork and sportsmanship through lively storytelling.
Enhances understanding of family and community involvement.
Stimulates conversations on perseverance and goal-setting.
Engaging football theme excites young sports enthusiasts.

My Football Family
Andy Holloway, Honee Jang, 2022
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Positions 1: Where Do We Go? (Iplaysoccer)
Lindsay Little, Seth Little, 2016
31 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic soccer positions through dynamic storytelling.
Encourages teamwork and strategic thinking in young readers.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and simple language.
Ideal for sparking interest in sports and physical activity.

Positions 1: Where Do We Go? (Iplaysoccer)
Lindsay Little, Seth Little, 2016
Footballer (When I'm at Work)
Sue Barraclough, 2010
30 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant illustrations of football scenes.
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship values.
Introduces basic football rules and positions.

Footballer (When I'm at Work)
Sue Barraclough, 2010
Boyz Rule 09: Basketball Buddies
Felice Arena, Macmillan, Teora USA, 2019
48 pages
Why to read
High-energy, exciting basketball adventures.
Focuses on teamwork and friendship development.
Encourages sportsmanship and healthy competition.
Engaging narrative for young sports enthusiasts.

Boyz Rule 09: Basketball Buddies
Felice Arena, Macmillan, Teora USA, 2019
Award winning
Out of the Ballpark
Alex Rodriguez, Frank Morrison, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires teamwork and sportsmanship.
Based on Alex Rodriguez’s real-life experiences.
Encourages perseverance and hard work.
Engaging narrative, ideal for young sports enthusiasts.
