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The Day Dad Joined My Soccer Team

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A soccer dad misunderstands when he hears that his son’s team needs his help. Instead of taking care of halftime snacks, the dad grabs a jersey and runs onto the field to play! And what an embarrassment he is: he hogs the ball, complains about his teammates and throws a hairy fit when the referee doesn’t call a play his way! Can the boy find a way to teach his dad how to be a good sport before he drives the whole team crazy?~Maureen Fergus, a Blue Spruce Award winner, has the perfect touch in crafting comic role-reversal stories. The boy gets to prove he knows more than his father – always a hit – but the two maintain a close and loving relationship throughout. The simple lines of Mike Lowery’s art reflect the story’s offbeat premise and child’s point of view. With hilarious lessons on being a good sport, following the rules and having patience with others, this picture book could spark conversations about self-awareness and managing relationships. It also works for character education lessons on empathy, compassion and perseverance, and is a terrific resource for coaches of all kinds.

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A soccer dad misunderstands when he hears that his son’s team needs his help. Instead of taking care of halftime snacks, the dad grabs a jersey and runs onto the field to play! And what an embarrassment he is: he hogs the ball, complains about his teammates and throws a hairy fit when the referee doesn’t call a play his way! Can the boy find a way to teach his dad how to be a good sport before he drives the whole team crazy?~Maureen Fergus, a Blue Spruce Award winner, has the perfect touch in crafting comic role-reversal stories. The boy gets to prove he knows more than his father – always a hit – but the two maintain a close and loving relationship throughout. The simple lines of Mike Lowery’s art reflect the story’s offbeat premise and child’s point of view. With hilarious lessons on being a good sport, following the rules and having patience with others, this picture book could spark conversations about self-awareness and managing relationships. It also works for character education lessons on empathy, compassion and perseverance, and is a terrific resource for coaches of all kinds.

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"A fun and engaging role-reversal read-aloud about how to be a good sport."

School Library Journal, 01/03/2018

"... readers will get a kick out of seeing an exasperated yet patient kid dealing with a clueless parental figure."

Publishers Weekly, 14/03/2018

"Turning the tables shines the light on poor sportsmanship. Will Fergus and Lowery next address bad behavior in the bleachers?"

Kirkus Reviews, 18/03/2018

"... offers some indirect instruction in proper attitudes."

Booklist Online, 05/04/2018

"... the slight silliness of the dad’s behavior will make young children giggle, while at the same time delivering the intended message."

Quebec Library Association, 30/05/2018

"... an easy to read story that has some good lessons for young children."

CM Magazine, 12/06/2018

"The role reversal comic tale helps show children what is involved in good sportsman- ship and being a team player in a very amusing manner."

Resource Links, 29/10/2018

Awards

  • 2019 - Best Children's Books of the Year, Bank Street College, Listed

  • 2018 - Best Books for Kids and Teens, The Canadian Children's Book Centre, Winner

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