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Inspire the next generation of soccer stars
Do you know a child who struggles to get reading and reaches for the TV remote or tablet instead? If they like soccer, you're in luck, as these fantastic books will immerse them in the world of reading.
Reading is so essential; it's where children can learn empathy and about different cultures, where dreams can be lived out between the pages, and where they can learn how the top soccer player's become the best.
These books have been proven to appeal to even the most reluctant readers and are guaranteed to entertain any girl or boy who's soccer crazy. From galactic soccer matches to inspiring teams, there's sure to be something kids, teens, and grown-ups of all ages will enjoy.
If they might prefer to listen to books rather than read them, Audible offers a 30-day free trial for new customers, giving access to many of the titles included on this list.
Here are 21 of the best soccer book for kids to read all about the beautiful game.
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Shop: 21 best soccer books for kids
Recommended reading age: 4-7 years
is a great bedtime read for younger children who love the game. With rhyming text and vibrant art, the book encapsulates everything wonderful about the world of soccer. It will definitely be a success with young ones right before bed.
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Recommended reading age: 8-12 years
Created for boys and girls who love soccer, this fantastically-fun soccer activity book will keep any soccer-mad kid busy, happy and entertained for hours with a wide variety of soccer-themed fun. It includes games, word searches, puzzles, doodling pages, and so much more.
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Recommended reading age: 8-13 years
This fun book tells the story of Leo, who has a pet lizard named Messi and gets a call-up to try out for the London Dragon's youth squad – The Academy. This story will take you on the journey of a young boy's dream to make it as a soccer player.
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Recommended reading age: 8-11 years
is an excellent collection of facts and statistics about women's soccer, along with pocket profiles of the top players who have graced the game. With a foreword from Manchester City defender Steph Houghton, this is a great introductory book for any youngster to learn more about the women's game.
