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Angry at being too small for the football, baseball, and basketball teams, Brother Bear kicks everything in sight--and becomes a soccer star. The coauthor is Jan Berenstain.
Quick Summary
Brother Bear has a problem: he's too small for football, baseball, and basketball, which leaves him frustrated and kicking anything in his path. When he finally gives soccer a try, he discovers that being small is actually a huge advantage on the field. This is a classic Berenstain story with that warm, gentle humor the series is known for, and it sneaks in a really helpful message about finding where you fit rather than giving up when one path doesn't work. At just 696 words with an AR level of 3.8, it's perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are building reading confidence, and the short chapters make it feel totally manageable. Parents will appreciate that the story addresses frustration and self-doubt without getting heavy-handed about it. If your kid loves the Berenstain Bears, this one hits all the familiar cozy notes, but it also works great as a standalone for any young reader who's ever felt like they're not good enough at something.