About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child is feeling frustrated or clumsy while learning a new skill, especially a sport. "Ball Control" tells the encouraging story of a boy who loves football but isn't a natural player. Through determination and a lot of practice, he slowly builds his skills and his confidence. This book is an excellent choice for early independent readers aged 6 to 9. It gently models the power of perseverance and shows that hard work is just as important as natural talent, making it a wonderful tool for building resilience.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with feelings of inadequacy and low self-confidence. The approach is very direct and gentle. The resolution is entirely hopeful, reinforcing a simple, positive message: practice leads to improvement. The context is secular and focuses entirely on personal effort.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a 6 to 8-year-old child who is just starting a new sport or activity and is feeling discouraged. This book is perfect for the child who compares themself to peers and feels they aren't a 'natural'. It speaks directly to the frustration of not getting it right the first, second, or even tenth time.
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