Young Pele: Soccer’s First Star
by Lesa Cline-Ransome, Illustrated by James Ransome
Dragonfly Books (Sep 13, 2011)
Fiction, Paperback, 40 pages
Target Age Group: Picture Book
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Description of Young Pele: Soccer’s First Star by Lesa Cline-Ransome
How did a poor boy named Edson—who kicked rocks down roads and dribbled balls made from rags—go on to become the greatest soccer player of all time? Here is the story of the boy who with great determination, lightning speed, and amazing skill overcame tremendous odds to become the world champion soccer star Pelé. Talented author/illustrator team Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome bring his inspirational story vibrantly to life. The theme of this Dragonfly Book is Sports.

Additional Book Information:
- ISBN: 9780375871566
- Imprint: Dragonfly Books
- Publisher: Dragonfly Books
- Parent Company: Dragonfly Books
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