 Do you have a soccer player at home? Love watching the World Cup with your family? Then don't miss these incredible children's and YA books about soccer all featuring Black and brown characters.  Goodnight Soccer by Michael Dahl Dive into this engaging board book featuring lyrical rhymes and vibrant art. One little girl joins her family to watch two women's soccer teams compete and says goodnight at the end to all the wonderful parts of her day. Covering extensive soccer vocabulary and capturing the excitement of watching a live game in a stadium, this children's book is a sure to be a fan favorite! Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube.  Kick It, Mo! by David A. Adler, illustrated by Sam Ricks A goal-worthy member of the Mo book series by David Adler, "Kick It, Mo!" offers a fun look at young boy on game day and all the ways he works with his team to help win the game. Mo is smaller than a lot of the other players and experiences some set backs, but ultimately he is determined to keep going. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube.  Soccer Shootout by Jake Maddox, illustrated by Sean Tiffany Jake Maddox's sports stories are kid favorites and "Soccer Shootout" is no exception. In this chapter book, follow Berk, goalie for the Titans, as he navigates new roles and friendships both on and off the field. Explore deeper comprehension as a reader and learn the fundamentals of different soccer positions  Soccer Switch by Brandon Terrell, art by Aburtov (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels) This exciting graphic novel follows the mighty Bobcats soccer team as they start their season with a brand new coach who has an odd way of doing things. From blind fold drills to oven mitts and beyond, young players have to figure out how to show up for themselves and their team as the season heats up.  The Field by Baptiste Paul, pictures by Jacqueline Alcántara This stunning children's book shares so much about the spirit and cultural voice soccer (futbol) brings to communities around the world. Written in English and Creole (as spoken in the author's birthplace of Saint Lucia), "The Field" explores as much through its gorgeous illustrations as it does its text. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube.  The Academy by T.Z. Layton Follow 12-year-old Leo as he follows his dreams of becoming a pro soccer player after being discovered by a scout in his small hometown in Ohio. From first-time plane rides to a new country to bullies, roommates, and his own personal fears, Leo must work hard and discover who he is to become the player he knows he can be.  Booked by Kwame Alexander A one-of-a-kind YA novel, "Booked" takes readers into the world of soccer-obsessed tween Nick Hall–entirely in verse. This heartfelt story follows the electric ups and downs of Nick's life as a boy, a teammate, a student, a son, and more. Don't miss it!  Soccer Star by Mina Javaherbin
An inspiring story of Paolo, a Brazilian boy who dreams of being a soccer star to help his mom so she won't have to work so hard. He practices everywhere with his sister Maria and all his friends and imagines how they will be the best soccer team ever! On the day of the game, the unexpected happens -- and Maria steps in to help his team win a game. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube.
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