Young Pelé
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007 · Est. 15 min read-aloud

Young Pelé

Written by Lesa Cline-Ransome · Illustrated by James E. Ransome

A boy with rag balls becomes a soccer legend against all odds.

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40 pages· 1,826 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud· AD870L
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Bookroo's summary

Edson, a boy from humble beginnings, kicks rocks and rag balls down dusty roads. With sheer determination and unmatched skill, he defies the odds to become Pelé, the world’s greatest soccer star. Can his passion and speed lead him to global triumph? Discover the inspiring journey of a legend who changed the game forever.

From the publisher

How did a poor boy named Edson–who kicked rocks down roads and dribbled balls made from rags–go on to become the greatest soccer player of all time? Here is the story of the boy who with great determination, lightning speed, and amazing skill overcame tremendous odds to become the world champion soccer star Pelé. Talented author/illustrator team Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome bring his inspirational story vibrantly to life. The theme of this Dragonfly Book is Sports.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
40
Words
1,826
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD870L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~U
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
117898
Publication
Published
September 13, 2011
First published
September 25, 2007
Publisher
Dragonfly Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375871566
LCCN
2014466603

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