Football books for children and teens
Football books for children with titles by Michael Rosen, Tom Palmer, Mal Peet, Michaela Morgan, Priscilla Mante, Alex Wheatle, Dan Freedman, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Bali Rai and Michelle Robinson.
Recommended reading books for primary & secondary aged children in the UK
Matt Oldfield is a British author known for writing children’s books focused on football. He has written a number of biographies and fiction titles about well-known footballers and the sport itself. Many of his books are co-authored with his brother, Tom Oldfield. Together, they have created the Ultimate Football Heroes series, which profiles the lives and careers of prominent football players. The series is published by Dino Books.
Matt Oldfield’s work aims to engage young readers with stories of sporting achievement and personal development. The Ultimate Football Heroes series includes titles about players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Harry Kane. The books are written in accessible language and are designed to appeal to children with an interest in football.
In addition to the Ultimate Football Heroes series, Matt Oldfield has written the Football Superstars series, also published by Dino Books. This series features illustrated books about footballers and is aimed at younger readers. Matt Oldfield’s books are used in schools and libraries to encourage reading for pleasure among children, particularly those who are enthusiastic about sport.
Matt Oldfield’s Ultimate Football Heroes series continues to expand, with new titles released regularly. The series is published by Dino Books, an imprint of Bonnier Books UK.
Football books for children with titles by Michael Rosen, Tom Palmer, Mal Peet, Michaela Morgan, Priscilla Mante, Alex Wheatle, Dan Freedman, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Bali Rai and Michelle Robinson.
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Ultimate Football Heroes 2025 is a fast-paced, easy read that blends football statistics with witty commentary.
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