10 Best soccer books for kids
If you are looking for the best kids soccer book on the market then you’ve come to the right place. Just keep reading!
A good soccer book should be the best way to introduce soccer with your kids. There are countless kids soccer books on the market. To save your time, we make a list of 10 best soccer books for kids.
Top 10 Kids Soccer Books
1. My First Book of Soccer: A Rookie Book by Beth Bugler
This colorful book describes everything about soccer with nice graphics. Here the writer explains the game in a fun and easy way to make it more understandable to kids. She explains the game by using real photographs of players, colorful illustrations and cartoon characters, which make the book more enjoyable to kids. Kids can learn about the role of forwards, defenders, midfielders, goalkeeper, referee and linesmen. It also covered the most common soccer rules and techniques.
All the pictures of the book are engaging enough for kids to read over and over again. Recommend it to children who are below 6. Best soccer book for kids.
Book details:
Total Page: 48 pages.
Publisher: Sports Illustrated Kids.
Author: Beth Bugler.
Published date: May, 16, 2017.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.8 star.
2. The Everything Kids' Soccer Book by Deborah W. Crisfield
If your little one show interest in this game then this book is the only thing you need to teach your kid soccer. It has plenty of information about the game and everything presented in a good way to make it more interesting to kids.
It's simple to read and full of attractive graphics. This soccer book covered everything from rules to techniques. They use a lot of graphics, diagrams and examples to make it easy to understand. Every chapter of the book is informative enough.
If parents have no idea about the game, they can learn a lot from this book too before training their kid. Best book for soccer-loving kids.
Book details:
Total Page: 144 pages.
Publisher: Adams Media.
Author: Deborah W. Crisfield.
Published date: November, 20, 2018.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.5 star.
3. How to Become a Soccer Superstar: From Kid to Pro! by William Taylor
A must read book for children who love soccer. There are lot of essential tips, tricks and suggestions for kids & their parents to become a successful soccer player. It breaks down every part of the game on an easy way. He discussed with most common soccer rules, how to improve ball control skills, dribbling, other essential soccer skills and fitness.
To inspire kids, It has some chapters about the soccer World Cup & struggle life of some soccer superstars (Lionel Messi, Cristiano ronaldo, Neymar junior etc.). Everything in this book is very detailed and easy to read. They use many cool pictures and diagrams to make it interesting and understandable for kids. Ideal soccer book for children who are under 12.
Book details:
Total Page: 103 pages.
Author: William Taylor.
Published date: February 9, 2019.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.9 star.
4. Sean wants to be Messi by Tanya Preminger
An engaging kids soccer book for inspiration. It's a story of soccer-loving second grader named Sean. Sean wants to be a great player like Leo Messi. So he works hard to reach his goal. But he doesn't get enough support from his parents and teachers. But he did everything possible to make his dream true.
There are lot of illustrations and funny topics, which make it more enjoyable to any kid. After completing this book your children will realize how much hard work he/she needs to do to overcome any difficult situation in life.
Highly recommend to any kid who loves soccer and want to be a great player like Messi, Ronaldo & Alex Morgan.
Book details:
Total Page: 36 pages.
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
Author: Tanya Preminger.
Published date: September 19, 2015.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.2 star.
5. Let's Play Soccer by Patricia J. Murphy
A wonderful story book about a soccer learning kid Erick. Erik wants to be a soccer player. So, he joined in a team to play and practice. He was little bit nervous when he attends with the team to practice with other kids under his new coach Mr Smith. First, Mr Smith gathered them around him and told them all the important rules and shared some essential tips.
He showed them how to warm up, how to stretch, how to dribble & some basic soccer skills. Then Eric plays a game with his teammates for the first in his life. He enjoyed both learning and playing soccer with his mates.
They use many colorful photographs to make it more interesting to kids. A perfect gift for inspiring your kids.
Book details:
Total Page: 32 pages.
Publisher: DK Children.
Author: Patricia J. Murphy.
Published date: March 3, 2008.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.8 star.
6. Soccer by Mary Pope Osborne & Natalie Pope Boyce.
If your kid is crazy about soccer then this book is the best book for him/her. There are wonderful stories for the young reader. Kid will learn why soccer is so popular? What does he/she need to start playing? Short description & role of FIFA & The Football Association.
They also talk about soccer history, the laws of the game, Soccer playing country, world cup & some great players. One of the great resource for soccer. At the end of the book, He also provides some guidelines and shares resources to learn more about soccer. It will help people of all ages to understand soccer.
Book details:
Total Page: 128 pages.
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers.
Author: Mary Pope Osborne & Natalie Pope Boyce.
Published date: May 27, 2014.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.6 star.
7. Stars of World Soccer by Illugi Jökulsson.
The Best inspirational books for soccer fans of all ages. This book come with short biographies of 28 soccer legends including Lionel Messi, Ronaldo, Suárez, Neymar, Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé. Their childhood, struggling life, hard word & many more.
Every chapter of the book defined nicely with colorful photographs and diagrams to make it understandable to both kids and adults. Anyone who loves soccer will enjoy the book.
Book details:
Total Page: 64 pages.
Publisher: Abbeville Kids.
Author: Illugi Jökulsson.
Published date: September 18, 2018.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 5 star.
8. For Soccer-Crazy Girls Only: Everything Great about Soccer by Erin Downing
A well-organized soccer book for girls. It loaded with plenty of essential information. It has tips on techniques, exercise, nutrition & preventing injuries. Everything explains nicely.
This book tells you about soccer rules, essential soccer equipment, different positions, safety equipment to prevent injuries, different soccer leagues, Women's national soccer team, Futsal, Beach Soccer, FIFA, Olympics and many more. It also covered some great athlete’s biographies including Alex Morgan, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pele and many more for inspiration.
An ideal learning book for girls who love soccer.
Book details:
Total Page: 160 pages.
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends.
Author: Erin Downing.
Published date: September 16, 2014.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.6 star.
9. Soccer Smarts for Kids by Andrew Latham
The best resource book for a kid who is interested in playing soccer. This book focuses on soccer rules, essential soccer techniques, various positions, drills & nutrition. Everything explained nicely with diagrams and colorful pictures. All chapters are short and interesting.
Andrew Latham also talks about some soccer superstars including Lionel Messi & Alex Morgan to engage kids. I highly recommend this book to kids, parents & coach.
Book details:
Total Page: 174 pages.
Publisher: Rockridge Press.
Author: Andrew Latham.
Published date: February 17, 2016.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.4 star.
10. My Soccer Book by Gail Gibbons
Best book for a beginner soccer player. This book is well written and nicely designed for kids. They use short sentences, a lot of pictures and diagrams to make it easy to understand for kids. The kid will learn about basic soccer rules, role and name of different positions, soccer costume, soccer equipment and field.
It will be enjoyable. Your kid can learn the game in a fun way. Highly recommend to kids who are between 4 and 8.
Book details:
Total Page: 24 pages.
Publisher: Collins.
Author: Gail Gibbons.
Published date: March 1, 2000.
Language: English.
Average buyer review: 4.8 star.
Hope, you will find out the most suitable soccer book for your kids. If you are familiar with any other kids soccer books which are better than our book list, kindly put the name and details of the book in our comment section below. After reviewing, we will add it in our list.
