Soccer World: Mexico: Explore the World Through Soccer - Hardcover

Zohn, Ethan; Rosenberg, David

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1934670553 ISBN 13: 9781934670552

Publisher: Nomad Press, 2010

Synopsis

Following professional soccer player Ethan Zohn on another global adventure, this entertaining and educational handbook explores the cultures and customs of Mexico. From a walking tour of Mexico City and visits to the ruins of the country’s ancient civilizations to a once-in-a-lifetime butterfly migration sanctuary and colorful Lucha Libre wrestling, this investigation explores the real Mexico, avoiding the commonplace tourist traps and border towns. Activities presented in each chapter include learning Spanish, science and math projects based on Mayan cultures, creative writing and art exercises inspired by Mexican folk art and celebrations, and even simple traditional recipes. Staying true to its series, this installation provides the opportunity to research a charitable project in Mexico and make a difference in this wonderful country.

About this title

About the Author:

Ethan Zohn is a professional soccer player, a philanthropist, and a lecturer. He was the season winner on Survivor: Africa. He is a cofounder of the African AIDS/HIV project Grassroot Soccer, and he has hosted the environmental travel series Earthtripping. He lives in New York City. David Rosenberg is an award-winning television and book author. He has written for the shows Rocket Power, Rugrats, and The Wild Thornberrys, and he has developed animated children’s programming for Walt Disney and Klasky Csupo. He was a contributor to the anthology Male and Female Under 18. He lives in Toluca Lake, California. Shawn Braley is an award-winning illustrator who specializes in cartoon and editorial illustration. His previous work includes Discover the Seven Wonders of the World, Human Body: 25 Fantastic Projects Illuminate How the Body Works, and World Myths and Legends. He lives in White River Junction, Vermont.

Review:

"These books are terrific and any parent should be excited to share these with their children it's the perfect mix of education and soccer!"  Mia Hamm

"I have traveled the world playing soccer. With Ethan's Soccer World books I can share with my son not only the fun of soccer, but the cultural and geographical importance of the world's greatest game! Soccer World is a kick that I will pass on to my son."  Brandi Chastain

"That rare book that successfully combines history and science with human interest."  Children's Literature

"It's only natural that we can use kids' obsession with this sport to get them interested in reading and world culture. Enter Nomad Press's innovative Soccer World series . . . In addition to the clear and easily accessible text and colorful illustrations, the books in this series also contain key vocabulary, hands-on projects and activities (including recipes!), and a thorough glossary and index."  teachwithpicturebooks.blogspot.com

"If you're a parent of a young soccer player, Ethan Zohn and David Rosenberg's Soccer World: Mexico is an excellent way to get him or her interested in reading and learning about Mexican culture." —www.BookDads.com (January 2012)

About this edition

• Publisher: Nomad Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1934670553
• ISBN 13: 9781934670552
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Braley Shawn