Football books for kids

Young football fans will enjoy bringing the game to life in this colouring book full of players, kit, team badges and exciting match action. Scenes to colour include a corner kick, training session, cheering fans and a victory parade. The backgrounds are already coloured, so children can focus on the really interesting details on each page.

This fantastic book is packed with the best skills, tips and tricks you’ll need on the pitch. Covers all areas of playing the "beautiful game", from the basics of attacking and defending to the complexities of making a perfect corner kick and obeying the offside rule. The pocket-sized paperback format makes this book perfect for both players and coaches. Everything you need for a summer of football!

A lively and engaging history of "the beautiful game". Tells the story of football, from its beginnings in the Roman Army to the modern day premiership including how both American Football and Rugby were born. Humorously illustrated by Paddy Mounter. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.

This fun-filled book celebrates the world's most popular sport played by women, men, boys and girls all over the world. Learn about the history of the game, how footballs are made, and how YOU can become a top professional player. Find out how your local club is run, visit a team's training ground, and pick up tips to sharpen your football skills.