Kevin Sylvester

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE BEAUTIFUL GAME: Bursting with facts, trivia, and stories, this is a must-have for soccer fans of all ages, especially with the 2026 World Cup coming to North America. PERFECT TIMING: The FIFA World Cup lands in Canada, the U. S., and Mexico in 2026 for the first time since 1994, ideal timing for a fresh, high-interest non-fiction title. DYNAMIC VISUAL DESIGN: Illustrated in full color with infographics, diagrams, sidebars, and high-energy art that make even the science of soccer fun and accessible.
SOCIAL HISTORY + SPORT: Sets itself apart from other books in the market by going beyond scores and stats with its attention to social history, lesser-known stories, inclusion, fandom, and how soccer unites, and sometimes divides, communities worldwide. AWARD-WINNING CREATOR: Kevin Sylvester is a bestselling author and former sportscaster with a strong national profile and school visit appeal-his previous books Basketballogy and Baseballogy have sold nearly 20, 000 copies combined.
SWEET SPOT READER RECOMMENDATION: 10-11 yearsLEVELING INFO: F-P Guided Code: T - Grade Five I. Lexile Code: 1040 L