The Unlucky Striker

Name: The Unlucky Striker
ISBN: 9781409538219

For a child who feels like they always have bad luck, this humorous chapter book celebrates perseverance and finding your footing, even when things go wrong on the field.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is convinced they have 'bad luck' or feels clumsy and uncoordinated, especially when trying a new sport. 'The Unlucky Striker' follows Nick, a boy who joins a new football team convinced a curse makes him a walking disaster. Every kick, pass, and tackle seems to go wrong in the most hilarious ways. This funny, accessible chapter book gently explores themes of perseverance, self-confidence, and the power of teamwork. For readers 7-10, it's a fantastic, low-stakes story that shows it's okay to not be the best right away and that true success comes from trying your best and being a good teammate, not from luck.

Resilience & Perseverance Sports Self-Confidence & Identity Humor Teamwork & Collaboration School Life Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Characters experience minor, comical sports-related tumbles and mishaps. No real danger.

Sensitive Topics

None. The book's conflicts are all very low-stakes and humorous. The approach is entirely secular and the resolution is hopeful and positive, focused on effort and belonging.