Trailblazer: Lily Parr, the Unstoppable Star of Women's Soccer
By Elizabeth Dale
When women’s football is banned, can Lily Parr’s unstoppable kick keep the game alive?
inspiring · illustrated · determined · historical
Genres
What is Trailblazer: Lily Parr, the Unstoppable Star of Women's Soccer about?
Lily Parr loved football, and her powerful left-footed kick soon made her a star. But in 1921, the Football Association banned women’s football in England, threatening Lily’s team and the sport they loved. Determined not to give up, Lily and her teammates continued playing and challenged unfair ideas about what women could do. This inspiring, illustrated biography tells the true story of a remarkable player who helped keep women’s football alive and became a trailblazer for future generations.
About the author
Elizabeth Dale is a friendly author who loves writing fun and exciting stories for children. She has written many popular books, including 'The Magic Sandcastle' and 'Save the Day for Ada May!'. Elizabeth enjoys creating adventures that make you laugh and smile, and she hopes her books inspire you to enjoy reading every day.
Pages
38 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2020
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