Books Like Starting Soccer
Families who loved Starting Soccer by Helen Edom often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Starting Soccer by Helen Edom 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 child expresses anxiety about joining a sports team or feels overwhelmed by the rules of a new physical activity. Starting Soccer acts as a bridge between curiosity and participation, offering a clear, step by step breakdown of what to expect on the field. It demystifies the technical aspects of the game while emphasizing that everyone starts as a beginner. Beyond just teaching the rules, the book focuses on building self-confidence and the importance of working with others. It is perfectly calibrated for children ages 5 to 8, providing enough detail to satisfy a literal learner without being intimidating. By reading this together, you can help your child visualize success and manage the jitters that come with starting a new hobby.
