{"product_id":"naz-the-cat-kicks-the-justin-kunkel-9798271908637","title":"Naz The Cat Kicks The Ball In The Net: An Early Reader Soccer Story About Teamwork, Friendship, and Helping Others Shine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚽ The Best Soccer Book for Kids Who Love Teamwork, Friendship, and Confidence-Building Stories!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven stars shine brighter when they share the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNaz the Cat Kicks the Ball in the Net\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartwarming, confidence-building \u003cb\u003esports picture book for kids ages 4-8\u003c\/b\u003e-perfect for young athletes learning that being a great teammate matters just as much as scoring goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNaz the Cat loves soccer. He's fast, focused, and the Wildcats' top scorer. The crowd cheers every time Naz scores. But when a new player-\u003cb\u003eSam the Squirrel\u003c\/b\u003e-joins the team, things don't go quite as planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSam trips. Misses. Even kicks the ball the wrong way!\u003cbr\u003eThe crowd groans. The team loses.\u003cbr\u003eAnd Naz isn't sure what to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat's when Naz discovers something more powerful than winning: when you lift others up, everyone shines brighter. By taking the time to encourage and practice with his new friend, Naz learns that real winners help their teammates succeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⭐ \u003cb\u003ePerfect For: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⭐ Early readers ages 4-8 who are learning to read independently\u003cbr\u003e⭐ Kids who love soccer, sports, or animal characters\u003cbr\u003e⭐ Parents, teachers, and coaches teaching lessons about teamwork and empathy\u003cbr\u003e⭐ Classrooms, youth sports teams, and bedtime story time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring \u003cb\u003esoccer story for kids\u003c\/b\u003e helps young athletes build confidence, kindness, and teamwork skills. With short, rhythmic sentences and lively illustrations, \u003ci\u003eNaz the Cat Kicks the Ball in the Net\u003c\/i\u003e makes reading fun while teaching powerful life lessons both on and off the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough Naz's story, children will learn to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue Teamwork: \u003c\/b\u003e Every player has an important role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuild Confidence: \u003c\/b\u003e Believe in yourself and your teammates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShow Empathy: \u003c\/b\u003e Support others when they struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCelebrate Growth: \u003c\/b\u003e Practice, patience, and positivity always pay off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the book, readers will also find \u003cb\u003eGame Time Tips\u003c\/b\u003e-fun conversation starters and motivational lessons that help parents, teachers, and coaches connect the story to real-world confidence and sportsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis uplifting \u003cb\u003esoccer picture book for kids\u003c\/b\u003e makes an excellent gift for birthdays, holidays, or the start of a new sports season. Parents and coaches love how \u003ci\u003eNaz the Cat Kicks the Ball in the Net\u003c\/i\u003e helps children understand \u003cb\u003esportsmanship, empathy, and teamwork\u003c\/b\u003e in a fun, easy-to-read story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for \u003cb\u003esoccer books for boys\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003esoccer books for girls\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb\u003emotivational sports stories for kids\u003c\/b\u003e, this heartwarming story is the perfect pick. It's also a great choice for \u003cb\u003eclassroom story time\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eyouth soccer teams\u003c\/b\u003e, or any \u003cb\u003echild who loves animal characters and sports adventures\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeachers often use this story to spark conversations about \u003cb\u003einclusion, friendship, and encouragement\u003c\/b\u003e-showing that every player, no matter their skill level, can make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're shopping for \u003cb\u003esports books for kids\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eteamwork picture books\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb\u003econfidence-building books for early readers\u003c\/b\u003e, you'll score big with \u003ci\u003eNaz the Cat Kicks the Ball in the Net!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the beloved \u003cb\u003e\"Naz the Cat Sports Adventures\"\u003c\/b\u003e series-confidence-building sports stories that help kids love reading, love playing, and love trying their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Justin Kunkel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798271908637\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.13lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.07d","brand":"Justin Kunkel","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48437565030655,"sku":"9798271908637","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_436e3905-5651-4083-bf04-c6026fa7cb1f.jpg?v=1777162663","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/naz-the-cat-kicks-the-justin-kunkel-9798271908637","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}