With the World Cup unfolding how can I not divulge my findings? So dig in. Find that book that you love or that special surprise for the kid in your life who just can't live without soccer!
"Take your victories, whatever they may be, cherish them, use them, but don't settle for them."--Mia Hamm
George Graham on the goal keeper "The goakeeper is the jewel in the crown and getting at him should be almost impossible. It's the biggest sin in football [i.e. soccer] to make him do any work."
Sergio Saves the Game
Dino Soccer
Pelé King of Soccer
K is for Kick
Shawn Sheep the Soccer Star
Winners Never Quit! Mia Hamm
So you Think You Know the World Cup?
The Game and the Glory: Michelle Akers
Suspended
Bend it Like Beckham
The Girls of Summer
Zombies Don't Play Soccer
Soccer Duel
Goal!
There are so many more. This is just to get you started! What are your favorite soccer moments?
A pen in never land (noun): a children's book author and aficionado of sorts who is dutifully dedicated to zany wit, splendidly ticklish words, whimsical over-the-top fun, imagination, and downright wonderful kidlit.Come along--"second star (I should probably say book) to the right and straight on til' morning," but don't be surprised if you never grow up!
Monday, June 21, 2010
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I'm not a sports person myself, but my daughter has really taken to soccer and I can't help but cheer her on. I'll definitely have to peek at your zombie soccer link above...
ReplyDeleteI can't wait until mine are old enough for the game! Now I won't necessarily enjoy the weather at times but I will definitely be cheering them on! Thanks for swinging by to say hello again.
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