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The Number 7 Shirt

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The Number 7 Shirt by Alan Gibbons follows the story of a young football enthusiast who aspires to follow in the footsteps of a legendary sports figure, wearing the iconic number 7 shirt. Set against the backdrop of the world of football, the tale explores themes of ambition and perseverance as the protagonist navigates challenges both on and off the pitch. This children's book inspires readers to chase their dreams while facing life's obstacles.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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The Number 7 Shirt

Can the advice of five of Manchester United's greats help Jimmy achieve his dream of becoming a professional footballer? Featuring facts about Best, Beckham, Cantona, Robson and Ronaldo, this is a must-have for young fans.

Football fiction packed with facts! (Dyslexia-friendly)

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Can the advice of five of Manchester United's greats help Jimmy achieve his dream of becoming a professional footballer? Featuring facts about Best, Beckham, Cantona, Robson and Ronaldo, this is a must-have for young fans.


Football is Jimmy's life. When he gets into the Man U Academy, it's a dream come true – but he still has lots to learn. Lucky for him, he's got help … his football heroes.

They all have one thing in common – the Number 7 Shirt. Can Jimmy win, now that he's got the help he needs?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781121337

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 September 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Edition: New Second edition

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Aleksandar Sotirovski

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Alan Gibbons trained as a teacher and through working with young people discovered his literary voice. He started writing fiction for his pupils and published his first novel in 1993.Alan has also appeared on the BBC education programme Writer’s Block, the Blue Peter Book Awards, radio 4’s Front Row, and is a regular contributor to TES, Junior Education, Carousel, Books for Keeps and other journals.

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