Soccer in Action (Sports in Action)

Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues work Goooaaaallllll! Crabtree scores with Soccer in Action -- an exciting book that explores the most popular sport in the world. Kids will love learning and practicing skills such as kicking, dribbling, and trapping. Spectacular full-color photographs accompany the clear, detailed text showing: -- different player positions-- warm-up exercises-- maneuvering the ball with your foot and your head-- types of shots & saves