The Day Dad Joined My Soccer Team

The Day Dad Joined... Series · Book 1

For the child who has ever felt a pinch of second hand embarrassment when a parent gets a little too enthusiastic or involved in their extracurricular activities.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child starts showing signs of embarrassment at your sidelines cheers, or when you need a lighthearted way to discuss sportsmanship and boundaries. This hilarious story follows a young soccer player whose well-meaning father takes the coach's instructions literally and joins the game, creating a chaotic and funny reversal of roles. Through bright, cartoonish illustrations, the book explores themes of social pressure, patience, and the special bond between father and child. It is perfect for children aged 4 to 8 who are navigating organized sports or those who simply enjoy a good laugh at a parent's expense. It offers a gentle way to model appropriate behavior without being preachy, reminding both parents and children that love is often at the root of even the most embarrassing moments.

Embarrassment Time with Dad Soccer Love & Family Humor Manners & Behavior Responsibility & Accountability Starting a New Activity

What Parents Should Know

Moral AmbiguityMild

The dad breaks game rules and ignores social cues for comedic effect.

Sensitive Topics

The book is entirely secular and grounded in a humorous, realistic contemporary setting. There are no heavy topics like death or divorce; the primary 'conflict' is social embarrassment and rule-following, resolved with a hopeful and warm familial reconciliation.