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How Football Made Us a Team: A Social Emotional Learning and Regulation Book for Kids Ages 5-7 About Friendship A Tale of Friendship, Respect and Work
Paperback
Series: Tiny Thorns, Big Hearts
Publisher Price: $15.99
ISBN13: 9781806890248
Publisher: Stetsyuk Publishing
Published: Oct 15 2025
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Magical Story About Teamwork, Listening, and Shining Together
Welcome to Shinelightia-a glowing town in the sky where stardust glimmers, moonbeams tickle the grass, and five sparkly friends known as the Starbuds learn a lesson they'll never forget.
Sparky, Lum, Blinky, Shyna, and Twig love playing soccer under the stars. But when friendly competition turns into bragging and bickering, the joy begins to fade. Can Coach Glow help the Starbuds rediscover the true meaning of the game?
The Starbuds and the Soccer Lesson is a heartwarming picture book that teaches children the importance of teamwork, humility, and empathy. Through fun characters, playful conflict, and wise coaching, young readers learn that winning isn't about being the best-it's about shining together.
���� Perfect for ages 4-8, this imaginative story helps children:
- Learn how to be a great teammate
- Balance confidence with kindness
- Resolve conflicts in positive ways
- Celebrate group success and shared goals
Set in a whimsical, star-lit world, this story is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or social-emotional learning activities. It also includes bonus reflection questions to help kids talk about teamwork, friendship, and fairness.
A must-have for every child who loves soccer, starlight, and stories with heart.
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