The Field
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Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2018
School Library Journal Best Book of 2018
The Horn Book Best Picture Book of 2018
Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book of the Year
Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year Soccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible. "Vini Come The field calls " cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community--family, friends, and the local fruit vendor--for a pick-up soccer (futbol) game. Children-young and old-players and spectators come running--bringing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. "Friends versus friends" teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans? The world's most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul's debut picture book-- highlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words spoke in Saint Lucia, the book's setting, create a bilingual text that reminds readers of the sport's world fame. Bright and brilliant debut illustrations by children's book illustrator Jacqueline Alc ntara--winner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship award--capture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting that inspired this field.
School Library Journal Best Book of 2018
The Horn Book Best Picture Book of 2018
Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book of the Year
Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year Soccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible. "Vini Come The field calls " cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community--family, friends, and the local fruit vendor--for a pick-up soccer (futbol) game. Children-young and old-players and spectators come running--bringing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. "Friends versus friends" teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans? The world's most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited and authentic voice in Baptiste Paul's debut picture book-- highlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words spoke in Saint Lucia, the book's setting, create a bilingual text that reminds readers of the sport's world fame. Bright and brilliant debut illustrations by children's book illustrator Jacqueline Alc ntara--winner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship award--capture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting that inspired this field.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0735843120
ISBN13:9780735843127
Release Date:March 2018
Publisher:Northsouth Books
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 11.3" x 8.6"
Age Range:4 to 8 years
Grade Range:Preschool to Grade 3
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Stories for Kids Who Love Sports
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • March 15, 2021
With last year’s cancellations, Basketball fans, young and old, are more psyched than ever for March Madness. It’s been a tough year for sports lovers, whether player or spectator. Now as things are starting to get back to normal, we all look forward to returning to the fields, pools, mats, courts, and tracks. For young athletes, here are a selection of stories about sports.
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