The Day Dad Joined My Soccer Team
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Publisher Description
What’s a boy to do with a dad like this? 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 teach his dad the rules of being a good sport before he drives the whole team crazy? Kids will blow the whistle on this dad — he’s way offside!
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The duo behind The Day My Mom Came to Kindergarten returns with another story about an overly eager parent. When a soccer-loving kids' coach puts the word out for a parent volunteer, his dad wearing a headband, five o'clock shadow, and a jersey two sizes too small hops in the game. The boy's father only cares about winning, goofs around on the sidelines, and acts like he's the only one on the field behaviors that readers might recognize on their own sports teams. Luckily, the boy understands how being a good sport makes the game better for everyone and coaches his dad on how to play fair, support his teammates, and focus on having a good time. Lowery's bright, bold cartoons complement the fun conceit: readers will get a kick out of seeing an exasperated yet patient kid dealing with a clueless parental figure. Ages 5 6.
