With DK READERS, children will learn to readthen read to learnLET’SPLAYSOCCERREADERS READERSDKPublishingDK READERSDiscover more atwww.dk.comStunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children’s interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.DK READERSErik is going to his first soccer practice. Join him as he finds out how to play for the teamLearningto readBeginningto readBeginningto read aloneReadingaloneProficientreadersHigh-frequency words Picture word strips, picture glossary, and simple index Labels to introduce and reinforce vocabularyHigh level of adult participation helpfulSimple sentences and limited vocabularyPicture glossary and simple index Adult participation helpfulLonger sentences and increased vocabulary Ination boxes full of extra fun facts Simple indexOccasional adult participation helpfulMore complex sentence structure Ination boxes and alphabetical glossary Comprehensive indexRich vocabulary and challenging sentence structure Additional ination and alphabetical glossary Comprehensive indexMURPHY1PATRICIA J. MURPHYISBN 978-0-7566-3458-29 7 8 0 7 5 6 6 3 4 5 8 25 0 3 9 93.99 USA 4.99 CanadaJacket images Front Simon Rawles. Back Simon Rawles tl; Sarah Ashun tr.Printed in Chinaflexpaper.studylead.comREADERSA Day at Greenhill FarmTruck TroubleTale of a TadpoleSurprise PuppyDuckling DaysA Day at Seagull BeachWhatever the WeatherBusy Buzzy BeeBig MachinesWild Baby AnimalsA Bed for the WinterBorn to be a ButterflyDinosaur’s DayFeeding TimeDiving DolphinRockets and SpaceshipsMy Cat’s SecretFirst Day at GymnasticsA Trip to the ZooI Can SwimA Trip to the LibraryA Trip to the DoctorA Trip to the DentistI Want To Be A BallerinaAnimal Hide and SeekSubmarines and SubmersiblesAnimals at HomeLet’s Play SoccerLEGO Trouble at the BridgeLEGO Secret at Dolphin BayStar Wars What is a WookieeStar Wars Ready, Set, PodraceA Day in the Life of a BuilderA Day in the Life of a DancerA Day in the Life of a FirefighterA Day in the Life of a TeacherA Day in the Life of a MusicianA Day in the Life of a DoctorA Day in the Life of a Police OfficerA Day in the Life of a TV ReporterGigantes de Hierro en espaolCras del mundo animal en espaolLevel 1Dinosaur DinnersFire FighterBugs Bugs BugsSlinky, Scaly SnakesAnimal HospitalThe Little BallerinaMunching, Crunching, Sniffing, and SnoopingThe Secret Life of TreesWinking, Blinking, Wiggling, and WagglingAstronaut Living in SpaceTwistersHoliday Celebration Days around the WorldThe Story of PocahontasHorse ShowSurvivors The Night the Titanic SankEruption The Story of VolcanoesThe Story of ColumbusJourney of a Humpback WhaleAmazing BuildingsFeathers, Flippers, and FeetOutback Adventure Australian VacationSniffles, Sneezes, Hiccups, and CoughsIce Skating StarsLet’s Go RidingI Want to Be a GymnastStarry SkyEarth Smart How to Take Care of the EnvironmentWater EverywhereTelling TimeA Trip to the TheaterLEGO Castle Under AttackLEGO Rocket RescueStar Wars Journey Through SpaceStar Wars A Queen’s DiaryMLB A Batboy’s DayMLB Let’s Go to the BallparkSpider-Man Worst EnemiesMeet the X-MenInsectos en espaolBomberos en espaolLa Historia de Pocahontas en espaolLevel 2flexpaper.studylead.comA Note to ParentsDK READERS is a compelling program for beginning readers, designed in conjunction with leading literacy experts, including Dr. Linda Gambrell, Distinguished Professor of Education at Clemson University. Dr. Gambrell has served as President of the National Reading Conference and the College Reading Association, and as President of the International Reading Association.Beautiful illustrations and superb full-color photographs combine with engaging, easy-to-read stories to offer a fresh approach to each subject in the series. Each DK READER is guaranteed to capture a child’s interest while developing his or her reading skills, general knowledge, and love of reading.The five levels of DK READERS are aimed at different reading abilities, enabling you to choose the books that are exactly right for your child Pre-level 1 Learning to readLevel 1 Beginning to readLevel 2 Beginning to read aloneLevel 3 Reading aloneLevel 4 Proficient readersThe “normal” age at which a child begins to read can be anywhere from three to eight years old. Adult participation through the lower levels is very helpful for providing encouragement, discussing storylines, and sounding out unfamiliar words.No matter which level you select, you can be sure that you are helping your child learn to read, then read to learnflexpaper.studylead.comSeries Editor Deborah Lock U.S. Editor John SearcyArt Editor Mary Sandberg Production Editor Siu ChanProduction Pip Tinsley Jacket Designer Mary SandbergPhotographer Simon RawlesReading Consultant Linda Gambrell, Ph.D.First American Edition, 200808 09 10 11 12 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1Published in the United States by DK Publishing375 Hudson Street, New York, New York 10014Copyright 2008 Dorling Kindersley LimitedAll rights reserved under International and Pan-American Copyright Conventions. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retri system, or transmitted in any or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner. Published in Great Britain by Dorling Kindersley LimitedDK books are available at special discounts when purchased in bulk for sales promotions, premiums, fund-raising, or educational use. For details, contactDK Publishing Special Markets375 Hudson StreetNew York, New York 10014SpecialSalesdk.comA catalog record for this book is availablefrom the Library of Congress.ISBN 978-0-7566-3458-2 Paperback ISBN 978-0-7566-3459-9 Hardcover Color reproduction by Colourscan, SingaporePrinted and bound in China by L. Rex Printing Co. Ltd.The publisher would like to thank Islington Football Development Partnership for the use of the sports ground and Team Colours Ltd. for part of the strip. Also thanks to Poppy Joslin for her assistance.Models Alex Webb, George Webb, Thomas Webb, Charlie Adair-Hedges, Aymen Azaze, Shakur Cover, Ollie Francis, Freya Hann, Rosie Nirawan, Michael Okello, Faye Perkins, and the coach, Oliver Beccles.All other images Dorling KindersleyFor further ination see www.dkimages.comDiscover more atwww.dk.comLONDON, NEW YORK, MUNICH, MELBOURNE, and DELHIflexpaper.studylead.comLet’s Play SoccerDK PublishingREADERSWritten by Patricia J. Murphyflexpaper.studylead.comToday was Erik’s first day at soccer practice. Erik put on his soccer shoes.He strapped his shin guards to his lower legs.He pulled his socks over his shin guards. flexpaper.studylead.comshin guardsErik was ready for soccer practice to beginflexpaper.studylead.com“Welcome,” said Coach Smith to the players. “Together, you’ll learn how to play soccer.”He told them three rules.“Play your best, play fair, and play without using your hands or armsunless you are the goalie”flexpaper.studylead.comgoalieflexpaper.studylead.com“First, we have to warm up,” said Coach Smith. “This will get our muscles ready”Everyone did jumping jacks.Erik jumped with his legs and arms apart, and then together.flexpaper.studylead.comAfterward, they all jogged in place.muscleflexpaper.studylead.com10Next, Coach Smith led the team in stretches.“Stretching will help keep us from getting hurt” he said.“Hold each stretch for ten seconds.”flexpaper.studylead.com11“My muscles feel ready,” said Erik.“Good” said Coach Smith.“Then it’s time to learn some soccer skills.”flexpaper.studylead.com12flexpaper.studylead.com13“Passing means kicking the ball to another player on your team,” said Coach Smith.“It’s the best way to move the ball to the goal. You have to kick with the inside or the outside of your foot.”flexpaper.studylead.com14Erik, Beth, and Henry passed the ball to one another.“Good passes, everyone” said Coach Smith.flexpaper.studylead.com15“In a game, you should only pass to a player who is free to take the ball.”flexpaper.studylead.com16“Let’s try running with the ball,” said Coach Smith.“This is called dribbling.”Coach Smith dribbled around some cones.flexpaper.studylead.com17“To dribble, you have to move the ball with the tops of your feet,” said Coach Smith. “Now, you try”flexpaper.studylead.com18Erik started dribbling around the cones.“Keep your head up,” said Coach Smith, “so you can see both the ball and the field.”Erik tried looking up and dribbling.“Dribbling is hard work” he said. conesflexpaper.studylead.com19flexpaper.studylead.com20“Let’s shoot some goals,” said Coach Smith.The players kicked the ball at the goal one by one.Erik tried and missed.flexpaper.studylead.com21goal“Keep your eye on the ball and aim for a corner of the goal,” said Coach Smith.Erik tried again and scoredflexpaper.studylead.com22“Remember,” said Coach Smith, “the team that scores the most goals winsBut it’s more important to try your best and have fun.”flexpaper.studylead.com23“Let’s take a water break.Then, we’ll play a game of soccer,” said Coach Smith.He split the group into two teams.flexpaper.studylead.com24Coach Smith blew a whistle to start the game.Henry kicked the ball from the center of the field, and passed it to Erik.whistleflexpaper.studylead.com25Erik dribbled the ball and passed it to Beth.Beth kicked the ball into the goal. “Super teamwork” said Coach Smith.flexpaper.studylead.com26“The score is 1-0,” said Coach Smith, “and it’s the yellow team’s turn to kick off.”flexpaper.studylead.com27The game went on.The players passed and dribbled the ball up and down the field.flexpaper.studylead.com28Coach Smith blew a long whistle to end the game.Erik’s team cheered.They had wonflexpaper.studylead.com29Everyone shook hands.“Good game” said Erik to the players on the yellow team.flexpaper.studylead.com30Coach Smith talked about the game while the players cooled down.flexpaper.studylead.com31“Are there any questions” asked Coach Smith. “When’s our next practice” asked Erik.“Next week,” said Coach Smith. “Until then, remember to practice your skills at home.”flexpaper.studylead.comGlossary32Whistle a loud instrument used to start and stop a gameMuscle a body part under your skin that makes you moveShin guards pads that protect your lower legs Goalie a player who tries to keep the ball out of the goalGoal a net that players try to get the ball intoflexpaper.studylead.comMy name isI have read this book ✔ DateREADERScones 16, 18cool down 30dribble 16-18, 25, 27field 18, 24, 27game 15, 23, 24, 27-30goal 13, 20, 21, 22, 25, 32goalie 6, 7, 32jog 9kick 13, 20, 24, 25, 26muscles 8, 9, 11, 32pass 13-15, 24, 25, 27rules 6score 21, 22, 26shin guards 4, 5, 32shoes 4shoot 20stretch 10warm up 8water break 23whistle 24, 28, 32Indexflexpaper.studylead.comWith DK READERS, children will learn to readthen read to learnLET’SPLAYSOCCERREADERS READERSDKPublishingDK READERSDiscover more atwww.dk.comStunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK READERS, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children’s interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.DK READERSErik is going to his first soccer practice. Join him as he finds out how to play for the teamLearningto readBeginningto readBeginningto read aloneReadingaloneProficientreadersHigh-frequency words Picture word strips, picture glossary, and simple index Labels to introduce and reinforce vocabularyHigh level of adult participation helpfulSimple sentences and limited vocabularyPicture glossary and simple index Adult participation helpfulLonger sentences and increased vocabulary Ination boxes full of extra fun facts Simple indexOccasional adult participation helpfulMore complex sentence structure Ination boxes and alphabetical glossary Comprehensive indexRich vocabulary and challenging sentence structure Additional ination and alphabetical glossary Comprehensive indexMURPHY1PATRICIA J. MURPHYISBN 978-0-7566-3458-29 7 8 0 7 5 6 6 3 4 5 8 25 0 3 9 93.99 USA 4.99 CanadaJacket images Front Simon Rawles. Back Simon Rawles tl; Sarah Ashun tr.Printed in Chinaflexpaper.studylead.com