My First Soccer Book A brilliant introduction to the beautiful game

by Gifford, Clive

• ISBN13: 9780753467831
• ISBN10: 0753467836
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-04-24
• Publisher: Kingfisher

Summary

Soccer is the world's greatest game, played by billions of people around the globe, including countless millions of children. My First Soccer Book will inform and encourage all young soccer players already caught up in their love of the game and hungry to develop their skills and knowledge. Perfectly pitched text by an expert author provides a highly practical guide to every aspect of soccer, from basic skills such as passing, heading and shooting, through more detailed explanations of tactics and game-play, to information about the world's great players, teams and tournaments. Superb photographs truly capture the wonder of the beautiful game, from the excitement of a child's first real game to the challenge of competition and the magic of watching world-class soccer players at play. Hints and tips throughout will help every child make the most of his or her soccer games and classes.

Author Biography

Clive Gifford is an award-winning author who has written hundreds of articles and more than 80 books. A life-long supporter of Queens Park Rangers, he has also been a football coach, and has contributed to various football fanzines. He lives in Manchester, England

Table of Contents

"Surrounded by attractive, action-packed photographs, Gifford’s narrative covers basic skills, such as passing and shooting, as well as rules and regulations. Even though there is a plethora of soccer books each season, this updated guide will refresh aging collections"

-School Library Journal