It's Just a Game

Written by John Farrell and illustrated by John Emil Cymerman.

The story follows a young soccer team enjoying a sunny day before a game, filled with excitement and new uniforms, but the atmosphere shifts when the opposing team arrives, appearing "like soldiers to a war" and their coach yelling and calling names.

Despite losing every game except one, the children learn teamwork and friendship, and the book emphasizes that sports should be about fun, learning, and playing, not just winning.