Families who loved Play Like a Girl: A Celebration of Life Lessons from the Soccer Field by Kate T. Parker often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your daughter is questioning her place on the field, feeling discouraged after a loss, or needing to see that her strength and sweat are things to be celebrated. This photographic essay serves as a powerful antidote to the pressure young girls feel to be 'perfect' or 'pretty' rather than powerful and gritty. It captures the raw energy of girls in motion, celebrating the bruises, the teamwork, and the sheer joy of playing hard. Kate T. Parker uses stunning photography and punchy, inspirational quotes to explore themes of resilience, body positivity, and female friendship. It is perfectly suited for girls aged 8 to 12 who are navigating the transition from play to competitive sports. By highlighting the life lessons learned through soccer, such as how to fail forward and trust your teammates, the book provides a roadmap for building lasting self-confidence both on and off the pitch.
