In "Who Wants to Play Just for Kicks?" by Jorge Santillan, a group of misfit friends decides to revive their childhood passion for soccer. As they reunite and rekindle old rivalries, they discover that the game is not just about winning but about friendship, teamwork, and overcoming personal challenges. Each character brings their unique struggles and dreams to the field, leading to hilarious moments and heartfelt revelations. Their journey transforms their lives, teaching them valuable lessons about perseverance, camaraderie, and the joy of play, reminding everyone that sometimes, the best victories come from simply enjoying the game. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Sports Illustrated Kids, Sports Illustrated Kids Victory School Superstars .

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.

There are 56 pages in this book.

This is an early chapter book. Publishers market early chapter books at readers aged 6-10 years. These typically range from 40 to 120 pages and are designed for children who are transitioning from picture books to more text-heavy reading, usually around ages 6 to 9. Early chapter books have simple plots, larger font sizes, short chapters, and may include some illustrations to help keep young readers engaged. Examples include books like Magic Tree House or Ivy and Bean series.

This book was published in 2011 by Stone Arch Books .

Jorge Santillan is an artist based in Argentina with over 20 years' experience illustrating children's books. Chris Kreie lives in Minnesota with his wife and two children. He works part-time at a Spanish immersion elementary school, but his favorite days are spent traveling, kayaking, or writing his latest book.