She Shoots, She Scores!

She Shoots, She Scores! - Paperback brings together the history, heroes, and future of women's soccer in a compelling, kid-friendly guide. This non-fiction celebration surveys the global game, from early trailblazers to today's superstars, and is written for curious tweens and teens who love soccer or want to learn how the sport has grown. With an inspiring, empowering tone, the book invites young readers to see themselves on the field and in the story of women's sports. Inside, She Shoots, She Scores! is structured as accessible chapters and profiles that weave biography with history and practical guidance. Readers follow courageous players such as Rose Reilly, Asisat Oshoala, Nadia Nadim, Marta, and Megan Rapinoe, and discover the triumphs of teams like the US national women’s team and Olympique Lyonnais. The writing blends storytelling with bite-sized facts, timelines, and statistics about the Women’s World Cup and the Olympics, making learning exciting and easy to digest. The book also shares clear skills guidance for aspiring players—how to be a strong goalkeeper, a tenacious defender, or a prolific striker—so you can turn curiosity into practice, skill, and confidence. Engaging profiles of influential players and landmark teams Historical milestones and up-to-date World Cup and Olympic statistics Practical guidance for developing soccer skills in goalie, defense, and attack roles Clear, warm storytelling with timelines and bite-sized facts Foreword by Steph Houghton and insights from Cat Clarke After finishing She Shoots, She Scores!, readers will feel inspired to learn more, cheer on women athletes, and perhaps pick up a ball themselves. The book invites young readers to imagine themselves on the field, carrying confidence, curiosity, and a sense of possibility into their everyday lives.