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Ella Plays Football - Her Game Too

By Alex Barber and Kayleigh Barber

Can Ella prove the pitch belongs to everyone, despite the boys’ unfair rules?

inspiring uplifting courageous inclusive

Genres

Sport Biography Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Ella Plays Football - Her Game Too about?

Ella loves football. She enjoys training, playing matches and dreaming of becoming a football star. But when some boys tell her that girls should not play, Ella begins to wonder whether she belongs on the pitch. With encouragement from her family, friends and a special mentor, she finds the courage to keep going. Based on a true story, this uplifting picture book follows Ella as she challenges unfair attitudes, discovers her own strength and proves that everyone should be free to enjoy the sport they love.

About the author

Alex Barber is a children’s author who enjoys sharing positive stories about courage, teamwork and following your dreams. He wrote Ella Plays Football, a lively picture book inspired by his daughter Ella and her love of the game. The story celebrates girls who enjoy football and encourages readers to believe in themselves. Alex also works with creative people to bring cheerful, inspiring books to young readers everywhere.

Pages

42 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2023

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