Synopses & Reviews
What does the worlds greatest soccer player love about the game? The same things as we do! Speed, team work, dribbling, passing, taking your best shotand making a G-O-O-A-A-A-L!
Pelé, three-time World Cup champion, has been the subject of several unauthorized biographies. But here, in his own words, he celebrates the kick and thrill of his favorite sport. Artist Frank Morrison scores an amazing assist with two dynamic visual stories: Pelés inspiring rise to fame, and a young athletes efforts to follow in his heros speedy footsteps. Together, words and pictures deliver all the fun and excitement of a closely-matched game. World Cup fans, come play!
Synopsis
Written by soccer legend Pel , this heart-warming picture book celebrates what he loved most about the game. What does the world's greatest soccer player love about soccer? The same things that you do Speed, teamwork, dribbling, passing, taking your best shot--and making a G-O-O-A-A-A-L
Award-winning artist Frank Morrison sets up the play by weaving together two dynamic visual stories: Pel 's inspiring rise to fame and a young athlete's efforts to follow in his hero's speedy footsteps. Together, words and pictures deliver all the fun and excitement of a closely matched game. World Cup fans, come play
Also available as a reader, perfect for children who are starting to read on their own.