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Rugby

By Rebecca Hunter

What really happens on a rugby pitch—and how can beginners turn rules into thrilling tries?

informative lively clear practical

Genres

Non-fiction Sport

What is Rugby about?

Discover how rugby works, from passing and tackling to scoring tries and kicking goals. This clear, lively introduction explains the main rules, positions and tactics, helping new players understand what happens on the pitch. Easy instructions show how to handle the ball, work as a team and make attacking or defending decisions. Action photographs bring the game to life, while helpful explanations introduce important rugby words and techniques. A useful first guide for children learning to play rugby at school or in a club.

About the author

Rebecca Hunter is a writer who loves creating exciting stories for children. She has written many books, including the popular 'Oxford Reading Tree' stories. Rebecca enjoys making up fun adventures and interesting characters to help young readers discover the joy of books. She hopes her stories make reading enjoyable for everyone.

Pages

30 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2008

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