The Day Dad Joined My Soccer Team (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781771386548)

A soccer dad misunderstands when he hears that his son's team needs his help. Instead of taking care of halftime snacks, the dad grabs a jersey and runs onto the field to play! And what an embarrassment he is: he hogs the ball, complains about his teammates and throws a hairy fit when the referee doesn't call a play his way! Can the boy find a way to teach his dad how to be a good sport before he drives the whole team crazy?

Maureen Fergus, a Blue Spruce Award winner, has the perfect touch in crafting comic role-reversal stories. The boy gets to prove he knows more than his father --- always a hit --- but the two maintain a close and loving relationship throughout. The simple lines of Mike Lowery's art reflect the story's offbeat premise and child's point of view. With hilarious lessons on being a good sport, following the rules and having patience with others, this picture book could spark conversations about self-awareness and managing relationships. It also works for character education lessons on empathy, compassion and perseverance, and is a terrific resource for coaches of all kinds.

Author: Maureen Fergus
ISBN-10: 1771386541
ISBN-13: 9781771386548
Publisher: Kids Can Press
Language: English
Published: 04/03/2018
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.10h x 10.10w x 0.60d

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 03/05/2018
School Library Journal 03/01/2018 pg. 82
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2018
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2018 pg. 31 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw