21 Pitch-Perfect Books for Young Soccer Fans

by Sylvia Liu

In this charming soccer-themed adventure that combines action with emotional growth, “la magia es real.” Full review >

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by Chris Barish ; illustrated by Nate Sweitzer

High drama and nonstop action. Full review >

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by Charles R. Smith Jr.

Gives poetry a kick in the pants and definitely reaches its end GOOOOOOOOAL! Full review >

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by Heather Camlot ; illustrated by Drew Shannon

A hopeful playbook that demonstrates how the beautiful game can help protect our beautiful planet. Full review >

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by Kevin Sylvester ; illustrated by Kevin Sylvester

Scores for frankness as well as scope. Full review >

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by Angela Cervantes

Scores big on family, detective work, and the love of the game. Full review >

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by Matt Oldfield & Seth Burkett ; illustrated by Dan Leydon

Messi or Ronaldo? Readers of this compelling title match are the true winners. Full review >

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by Paul Ulaine ; illustrated by Todd Detwiler & Pier Giuseppe Giunta

Broad and effervescent. Full review >

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by Julio Anta ; illustrated by Gabi Mendez ; color by Juan Murillo

Sweet and well-rounded: reminds high achievers that it’s okay to shoot and miss. Full review >

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by Angela Quezada Padron ; illustrated by Christina Barragan Forshay

Game on for girls with big goals. Full review >

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by Christian Pulisic ; illustrated by Marta Kissi

Life lessons that readers are sure to get a kick out of. Full review >

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by Scott Rothman ; illustrated by Daniel Duncan

An out-of-this-world adventure for kids who love the planet’s most popular sport. Full review >

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by John Coy ; illustrated by Phùng Nguyên Quang

Just the ticket to catch young fans’ interest in the beautiful game. Full review >

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by Rachel Yankey ; illustrated by Sol Linero

A thorough going-over of the sport, ideal for soccer newbies interested in jumping in. Full review >

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by Yamile Saied Méndez ; illustrated by Andrés Landazábal

A joyful nod to soccer’s power to unite the world in one resounding goal. Full review >

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