{"product_id":"50-soccer-heroes-for-kids-christopher-alan-9798184987545","title":"50 Soccer Heroes for Kids: Inspiring True Stories of Soccer Stars and Football Legends","description":"\u003cb\u003eWhat does it really take to become a soccer legend?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost people see the trophies, goals, and World Cup soccer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat they don't see are the setbacks, sacrifices, failures, and moments when these players could have quit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore Pelé became \"The King,\" he practiced with a ball made of rolled-up socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore Lionel Messi became one of the greatest players in history, doctors worried he was too small.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore Luka Modric played in a World Cup Final, he survived war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery legend starts somewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd every young player can learn from their journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e50 Soccer Heroes for Kids\u003c\/b\u003e introduces young readers to 50 of the greatest soccer players of all time through exciting, easy-to-read biographies filled with inspiring stories, unforgettable moments, and powerful life lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than a soccer book, it's a collection of true stories about perseverance, courage, discipline, resilience, leadership, and believing in yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eINSIDE THIS BOOK, READERS WILL DISCOVER: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- 50 inspiring soccer biographies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Legends including Pelé, Maradona, Cruyff, Zidane, Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé, Salah, Haaland, Mia Hamm, Marta, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Christian Pulisic, Marcus Rashford, and more\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The challenges, injuries, setbacks, and obstacles they overcame\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Incredible achievements and unforgettable moments\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Fun facts and inspirational quotes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Character-building lessons that extend beyond the field\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT MAKES THIS BOOK DIFFERENT?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis isn't a book of statistics or scores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt focuses on the human stories behind the legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKids will learn how champions handled failure, overcame adversity, built confidence, and kept going when success seemed impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether your child plays soccer or simply loves the game, these stories show that greatness is built through effort, perseverance, and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePERFECT FOR: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Soccer fans ages 8-14\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Boys and girls who love sports\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Young athletes seeking positive role models\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Reluctant readers who enjoy true stories\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Parents, coaches, and teachers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Birthday, Christmas, and team gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Classroom and homeschool libraries\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom humble beginnings to the world's biggest stages, these heroes prove that where you start does not determine where you can go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause every soccer legend was once just a kid with a dream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd the next great story might be yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Christopher Alan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798184987545\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/30\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 162\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d","brand":"Christopher Alan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49002111828223,"sku":"9798184987545","price":13.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/50-soccer-heroes-for-kids-christopher-alan-9798184987545","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}