SOCCER SIDEKICKS is a fast-paced, highly engaging soccer book for 9-12 year olds. The exciting sports action is sure to appeal to youngsters, whether or not they typically enjoy reading. Best friends Carlos and Amir came to Iowa from different parts of the world -- Mexico and Afghanistan. But their love of soccer unites the boys, even when their world is spinning out of control. Carlos gives up his coveted center midfielder position to Amir. His sacrifice for the team, the Fish, is rewarded when their 99 game losing streak is ended in the heart-stopping season finale. Not even a tornado can stop Carlos' and Amir's never-give-up spirit. Author Bo Rush is an elementary school language arts teacher and writer of sports chapter books for kids. Bo weaves humor, personal struggle, and exciting soccer action to create a rich, high-interest story. Like all Bo Rush books, SOCCER SIDEKICKS uses sports to celebrate diversity and inclusion, grapple with important life lessons, and reaffirm important values like courage, determination, and friendship.