| The Day Dad Joined My Soccer Team Contributor(s): Fergus, Maureen (Author), Lowery, Mike (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1771386541 ISBN-13: 9781771386548 Publisher: Kids Can Press OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Soccer - Juvenile Fiction | Family - Parents - Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories |
| Dewey: E |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 10.1" W x 9.1" (0.95 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Family - Sex & Gender - Masculine |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A soccer dad misunderstands when he hears that his son's team needs his help. Instead of taking care of halftime snacks, the dad grabs a jersey and runs onto the field to play! And what an embarrassment he is: he hogs the ball, complains about his teammates and throws a hairy fit when the referee doesn't call a play his way! Can the boy find a way to teach his dad how to be a good sport before he drives the whole team crazy?Maureen Fergus, a Blue Spruce Award winner, has the perfect touch in crafting comic role-reversal stories. The boy gets to prove he knows more than his father --- always a hit --- but the two maintain a close and loving relationship throughout. The simple lines of Mike Lowery's art reflect the story's offbeat premise and child's point of view. With hilarious lessons on being a good sport, following the rules and having patience with others, this picture book could spark conversations about self-awareness and managing relationships. It also works for character education lessons on empathy, compassion and perseverance, and is a terrific resource for coaches of all kinds. |