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History of the World Cup for Kids: The Ultimate Guide to Soccer's Biggest Tournament - Epic Moments, Legendary Players, and Everything You Need to Kno
Hardcover
Series: World Cup History, Book 2
Publisher: Absorbing History
Published: Jun 28 2026
Pages: 104
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Does your child love soccer - or want to discover why billions of people go crazy for one tournament every four years?
The World Cup is more than a sports event. It's where legends are born, hearts are broken, and history is made - 90 minutes at a time. And now, kids ages 8-12 can experience every thrilling moment of it.
History of the World Cup for Kids takes young readers on an action-packed journey from the very first tournament in Uruguay in 1930 all the way to Messi's unforgettable triumph in Qatar 2022 - and beyond. Packed with jaw-dropping stories, larger-than-life heroes, and facts that will leave kids speechless, this is the ultimate soccer history book for the next generation of fans.
INSIDE THIS BOOK, KIDS WILL DISCOVER:
- The stolen World Cup trophy - and the dog who found it
- Pelé the teenager who conquered the world
- Maradona's Hand of God - cheating or genius?
- The day Brazil lost at home and a whole nation wept
- Total Football, the Vuvuzela World Cup, and the rise of the Women's game
- Zidane's legendary career - and the headbutt that shocked the world
- Why Messi's 2022 victory made millions of fans cry tears of joy
- What the future of the World Cup could look like - and how today's kids might be part of it
- And much more...
Written in a fast-paced, fun, and age-appropriate style, each chapter reads like a story - because the World Cup is a story. One that's been unfolding for nearly 100 years, filled with underdogs, superstars, drama, and magic.
Also includes a Glossary of key soccer terms, a fun Quiz to test what kids have learned, and a Want to Know More? section to keep the curiosity going.
PERFECT FOR:
- Soccer fans ages 8-12 who want to know the full story of the game they love
- Kids discovering the World Cup for the first time
- Parents and teachers looking for engaging, educational sports nonfiction
- Gifts for young readers who love history, sports, or adventure stories
The whistle has blown. The stadium is full. The greatest story in sports is waiting.
Scroll up and grab your copy today.
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