Time to Explore Soccer

Kick, Pass, Score! It's time to lace up your boots and join the team to learn all about football.



With charming illustrations, narrative text, and key terms highlighted on each page, this book offers an introduction to the world of football for young children. From free kicks and penalties to yellow cards and goals, this engaging picture book introduces young children to the joys of one of the most popular sports in the world.

Turn the pages to follow along as the team learn the rules and all the best moves. Follow morning warm-ups, team talks in the locker room, and practice in the park. Once we've learnt all the rules, it's time for the team to take a special trip. Open the gatefold to reveal a stadium full of people, a tense game on the pitch, and goal! The crowds go wild!

Accompanying the narrative text, there are lots of fun details to look out for in each scene. Learn everything there is to know about football in this fact-filled story that is sure to engage young sports players everywhere.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs