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Morgan Plays Soccer

Written by Anne Rockwell

Illustrated by Paul Meisel

HarperCollins (2001)

Budding athletes will understand Morgan’s early frustrations learning to play soccer and will cheer when he triumphs in this uplifting story about what it means to be a good sport.

REVIEWS

“ An appealing addition for that ever-popular soccer season. ”

— School Library Journal

“ Rockwell spotlights a common childhood scenario in this straightforward and agile tale. ”

— Kirkus Reviews

“ What comes across best...is the importance of finding one's special talent and the value of patience and practice. ”

— Booklist

“ Rockwell's tale is ... highly appropriate, building on Morgan's strengths without resorting to an improbable circumstance for him to blossom. ”

— Kirkus Reviews