Presents a nonfiction companion to "Soccer on Sunday" exploring the history and rules of soccer around the world. Includes chapters on the laws of the game, its origins in different cultures, famous soccer players, the World Cup, and ways that soccer has helped advance social and scientific causes. Also includes guidelines on conducting research, a list of additional nonfiction resources on soccer, anecdotes, and fact boxes.

"A nonfiction companion to Magic Tree House #52: Soccer on Sunday." "A Stepping stone book."