{"product_id":"the-story-of-mario-zagallo-reza-nazari-9798896474746","title":"The Story of Ma\u0026#769;rio Zagallo: An Inspiring Story for Kids in Farsi and English","description":"\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom Street Kicks to World Cups: The Mário Zagallo You Never Knew!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMário Zagallo's name echoes with triumph and teamwork, but long before he became a football legend, he was just a young boy with a dream. \u003ci\u003eThe Story of Mário Zagallo: An Inspiring Story for Kids in Farsi and English\u003c\/i\u003e introduces children to the heartwarming and courageous journey of a boy who grew up in Brazil and eventually changed the world of football-not just once, but many times.\u003cbr\u003eThis bilingual picture book (Farsi and English) follows young Mário through his humble childhood days, filled with barefoot soccer matches in Rio de Janeiro's dusty streets, and into his brave years as a player and later a revolutionary coach. Kids will learn how Zagallo became the only man in history to win the FIFA World Cup both as a player \u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e as a coach. The story goes beyond scores and trophies-it reveals a tale of grit, belief, teamwork, and loving your country.\u003cbr\u003eThrough vibrant storytelling and poetic bilingual narration, children will understand how Mário learned to lead, how he inspired generations of players, and how he proved that being small in size doesn't mean you can't have a big heart and vision. Every page is crafted with rhythmic language and emotional depth, making it perfect for read-alouds or early independent reading. It gently introduces values such as perseverance, humility, and national pride.\u003cbr\u003eThis book celebrates not only a sports icon but also a human being who believed in doing things with heart and honor-both on and off the field. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures of This Book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eDual-language text: \u003c\/i\u003e Presented in both Farsi and English to foster bilingual literacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eFully colored pages: \u003c\/i\u003e Bright, joyful, and emotionally rich illustrations on every page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eAge-appropriate: \u003c\/i\u003e Tailored for children aged 3 to 7, with simplified vocabulary and visual storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eFootball-themed learning: \u003c\/i\u003e Introduces kids to teamwork, leadership, and global sports culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eEducational and inspiring: \u003c\/i\u003e Offers a role model story that's perfect for parents and teachers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eValues-driven: \u003c\/i\u003e Emphasizes kindness, courage, humility, and hard work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Reza Nazari\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798896474746\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Effortless Math Education\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/30\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.22lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reza Nazari","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48446965743871,"sku":"9798896474746","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_a0bdb806-c1c8-47bb-b87b-aad8493be5dc.jpg?v=1777227921","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-story-of-mario-zagallo-reza-nazari-9798896474746","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}