Soccer fans will cheer for Beans Baker as he navigates the ups and downs of the big championship game. This Step 3 reader captures the excitement of the field while teaching valuable lessons about sportsmanship and resilience. When a leg injury sidelines Beans, his best friend Chester feels the weight of the world on his shoulders. Young readers follow along as Beans discovers that being a teammate is about more than just scoring goals. The easy-to-follow plot keeps kids engaged while they build confidence reading independently. Colorful illustrations bring every kick and save to life, making it a perfect pick for visual learners. It's an ideal choice for first to third graders who love action-packed stories and relatable characters. Parents appreciate the focus on character education and the positive bond between the two main friends. With forty-eight pages of fun, this book makes practicing literacy feel like a day at the park. Your little athlete will love scoring a reading win with this charming and energetic soccer tale.

Format	Paperback
Genre	Children's Sports Fiction
Reading Level	Step 3 (Reading on Your Own)
Page Count	48 pages
Language	English (US)
Dimensions	6 x 0.16 x 9 inches
Item Weight	4.2 ounces
Publisher	Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication Date	June 27, 2006
Target Age	5 - 8 years