Ronaldo Rules

What do our readers think of Ronaldo Rules? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy learning new facts about Ronaldo, especially his goals, records, childhood and different football clubs. They also like the funny moments and pictures, and many children recommend it to other football fans.

What does the Pageticker team say about Ronaldo Rules?

Ronaldo Rules is a lively, fact-packed introduction to one of football’s biggest stars, with cartoons, quizzes, jokes and plenty of goal-scoring statistics to keep the pages moving. Simon Mugford and Dan Green make Ronaldo’s journey from Madeira to international fame accessible for young football fans and reluctant readers alike, although the admiring tone leaves little room for a more critical look at celebrity or sporting controversy.

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What is Ronaldo Rules about?

Is Cristiano Ronaldo your ultimate football hero? This updated edition brings you the latest on CR7's journey, including his return to the Premier League in 2021. Discover how he became the first player to score 800 goals, secured 32 trophies, and, at 33, became the oldest to net a World Cup hat-trick. Learn how he rose from the streets of Madeira to stardom at Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus. Packed with fun cartoons, quizzes, and inspiring stories, this book is perfect for young football fans.

About the author

Simon Mugford is a brilliant children's author who loves writing exciting books about football and sports. He is well known for his 'Football Superstars' series, where you can discover fun facts and amazing stories about your favourite players. Simon enjoys making reading fun and inspiring young readers to learn more about the world of sports.

Discussion ideas around Ronaldo Rules

From Madeira to stardom: Which moments in Ronaldo’s early life seem most important in shaping the footballer he becomes, and why?

Practice and determination: What does Ronaldo’s story suggest about the relationship between natural talent, hard work and success?

Football hero: What qualities make someone a sporting hero, and are trophies and records enough on their own?

Ronaldo’s clubs: How might Ronaldo’s experiences at Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus be different from one another?

Facts, jokes and cartoons: How do the quizzes, illustrations and funny comments change the way the information feels compared with a more traditional biography?