Synopsis
Does your child love soccer or feel a little nervous about trying something new?
Frances Flamingo is excited to join a soccer team, but playing the game is harder than she expected. She misses kicks, makes mistakes, and wonders if she is good enough. With practice, encouragement from her teammates, and a caring coach, Frances begins to believe in herself and discovers that every great player starts as a beginner.This heartwarming story introduces young readers to the game of soccer while sharing lessons that last long after the final whistle.
Children will learn about:
• Basic soccer skills and rules
• Teamwork and good sportsmanship
• Confidence and resilience
• The importance of kindness, encouragement, and never giving up
Most of all, children will discover that success is not measured by the scoreboard. It comes from having the courage to try, learning from mistakes, and doing your best.
Written by award-winning author Dottie Lee, Frances Flamingo: Soccer Star is part of The Adventures of Frances Flamingo, a series that encourages children to try new things, build confidence, show kindness, and celebrate every step along the way.
Whether your child is playing soccer for the first time or simply learning to believe in themselves, Frances reminds every reader that courage grows with practice, friendship, and one small success at a time.
Lace up.Try your best. Believe in yourself!
Premium Hardcover Edition: Includes an exclusive soccer glossary and bonus educational content to extend the reading experience
Spanish Language Edition: amazon.com/dp/1962262162
Awards:
"Lee uses this stumble to show that an athlete's best asset isn't instant perfection, but the quiet resilience to shake off a mistake, take a breath, and trust a team that believes in you... Ultimately, this is a highly relatable story about what it means to be a teammate, leaving kids eager to lace up their own shoes and take a chance."
__ Reviewed by Laura Imaz for Readers’ Favorite Five Stars
About the Authors
Dottie Lee is an award-winning children's author, teaching artist, and founder of Ink Society Press. Her stories inspire confidence, kindness, and creativity in young readers, often drawing from her background in dance and movement education. Through her beloved Frances Flamingo series, Dottie encourages children to try new things, believe in themselves, and shine in their own unique way. She lives in Texas, where she shares her work through school visits, library programs, and community events.
Pei Jen is an illustrator whose expressive and colorful artwork brings warmth and personality to children's stories. Her work on the Frances Flamingo series helps bring the characters to life in a way that resonates with young readers.
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