Strikers and Scarves: Behind the Scenes of Match Day Soccer
Thomas Kingsley Troupe
(Author)
Description
Think a soccer match begins with the opening kickoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional soccer--from prepping the pitch and cleaning cleats to player escorts and jersey swaps. This fast-paced, fact-filled book will give soccer fans, young and old, a brand-new perspective on major league soccer.
Product Details
Price
$31.32
$29.13
Publisher
Capstone Press
Publish Date
January 01, 2023
Pages
32
Dimensions
7.5 X 8.7 X 0.6 inches | 0.55 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781669003397
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Thomas Kingsley Troupe is the author of a big ol' pile of books for kids. He's written about everything from ghosts to Bigfoot to 3rd grade werewolves. He even wrote a book about dirt. When he's not writing or reading, he investigates the strange and spooky as part of the Twin Cities Paranormal Society. Thomas lives in Woodbury, Minnesota with his two sons.
Reviews
This series spends time shedding light on all the people who make our favorite games possible from behind the scenes. In "Homers and Hot Dogs," readers learn that it's not just the trainers and coaches, but the grounds crew, concessions workers, and even the fans who make game day come alive. "Strikers and Scarves" has a good deal of focus on groundskeepers, security personnel, and stadium technicians, as well as broadcasters and referees. This emphasis on the periphery of the athletic spectacle shows readers both the importance of community and the multiple career opportunities in the sport. "Touchdowns and Tailgates" still has a fair amount of description of various football positions, which is unfortunate, but readers won't be phased. The descriptive, straightforward writing flows naturally and its readability will likely lead the young audience to seek out other titles in the series. VERDICT -Recommended for all libraries.--Abby Bussen, Waukesha Public Library, WI "School Library Journal"