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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Explains football concepts to young readers, including what the end zone is, who the quarterback is, and what a field goal is.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><br></b><b>Introducing the Rookie Book series from the #1 sports brand for kids--featuring pro-sports action photography!</b><b><br></b>SPORTS ILLUSTRATED KIDS kicks off the football season with a brand-new series to help young readers learn the rules, plays, and basics about popular sports. In the first Rookie Book, <i>My First Book of Football</i>, an illustrated rookie player character introduces the next generation of fans to the world of football and guides kids through a visual retelling of an actual NFL game--from the nail-biting coin toss to the exhilarating winning touchdown.<br>Simple text with engaging action photography and a glossary of essential football terms throughout, including punt, tackle, kickoff, end zone and more, reinforce the message on each page with humor and fun. A perfect book for beginning readers, <i>My First Book of Football</i> is meant to be a shared reading experience between parents and their young football rookies before, during, and after game day.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"This lively picture book contains a solid overview of football. The simplification of the game makes this volume an excellent introduction for young children who are interested in learning more about the sport, as well as a fun read-aloud for sports-themed storytimes." - <i><b>School Library Journal</b></i> "Fumbling for a football book for young readers? <i>My First Book of Football</i> is a great choice for libraries' sports collections." - <b><i>Booklist Reader</i></b> "<i>My First Book of Football </i>gets to the basics that even a non football person like me could understand. Perfect for your little rookie football player." - <i><b>Unconventional Librarian</b></i> "What a fantastic picture book to show the basics of football! Cartoons and photographs pair together to illuminate the game basics. Kids are going to LOVE it." - <i><b>Imagination Soup</b></i> "<i>My First Book of Football</i> is the perfect tool to teach about the sport and create an authentic enthusiasm and appreciation for the game." - <i><b>Word Spelunking </b></i> "<i>My First Book of Football</i> presents a very funny and very clever way to introduce and explain football...the illustrated mascot is cute, identifiable, absolutely kid-friendly. Highly recommended for junior sports teams, early elementary classes, and personal libraries." - <b><i>Picture Book Depot </i></b> " A humorous introduction of what occurs during a football game from coin toss to the final second of the game...it is a simple way to explain the game to a complete novice." -<i><b> Youth Football Online</b></i><br>

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