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For the Love of Soccer! The Story of Pelé

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Written by soccer legend Pelé, this heart-warming story celebrates what he loves most about the game. This easy-to-read story also includes biographical information about Pelé’s childhood and sports career. What does the world's greatest soccer player love about soccer? The same things… Read More
The Watermelon Seed and Good Night Owl 2-in-1 Listen-Along Reader

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This collection features two funny, award-winning tales by Greg Pizzoli-perfect for kids just learning to read!The Watermelon Seed Oh no! I swallowed a seed! Join in the hysteria as this hilarious crocodile imagines the worst.Good Night Owl Owl is ready… Read More

Pelé

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Pelé joined his first professional team at age 15, and went on to a dazzling career. He became the top scorer in the history of the Brazil national team, as well as the first player ever to win three World Cup medals. He also played for the New York Cosmos, and his charisma and grace on the field helped popularize soccer in America. After his retirement in 1977, he was an ambassador for soccer worldwide. This was his first book for children.

Frank Morrison is known for his energetic, fluid illustrations of dancers, musicians, and athletes. He is the illustrator of Out of the Ballpark by Alex Rodriguez and Queen of the Scene by Queen Latifah, and was awarded a Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe Award for New Talent for Jazzy Miz Mozetta by Brenda C. Roberts, as well as a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award for Let the Children March by Monica Clark-Robinson, and a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor for Little Melba and Her Big Trombone by Katheryn Russell-Brown. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife and five children. Visit him online at morrisongraphics.com.

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For the Love of Soccer! The Story of Pelé

by Pelé, Illustrated by Frank Morrison

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