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The Ultimate Guide to Cricket for Young Enthusiasts Is your child curious about cricket? Do they dream of mastering the sport or simply love learning new things? "The Cricket Book for Kids" is the ultimate guide that will ignite their passion for the game while educating them on its rich history, legendary players, and thrilling moments. Designed specifically for kids aged 9-12, this book is an adventure through the world of cricket that your child will cherish. Why Parents Choose "The Cricket Book for Kids" Educational and Engaging: This book isn't just about cricket; it's a fun learning journey. From the origins of the game to understanding complex rules and strategies, your child will gain a comprehensive knowledge that enhances their appreciation for the sport. Inspiring Stories of Legends: Meet cricket superstars like Sachin Tendulkar, Vivian Richards, and Brian Lara. Their inspiring stories will motivate your child to dream big and achieve their goals, both on and off the field. Beautifully Illustrated: Stunning illustrations and vibrant images bring the world of cricket to life, making it easier for kids to understand and visualize the game. Why Your Child Will Love It Explore Cricketโs Exciting History: Travel back in time to see how cricket evolved and became the beloved sport it is today. Learn the Game: Understand the rules, techniques, and tactics that make cricket unique and challenging. Meet the Greats: Get to know the greatest players of all time and what makes them stand out. Relive Amazing Matches: Experience the most thrilling games ever played, filled with tension and incredible moments. Fun Facts Galore: Discover surprising and interesting facts about cricket that will amaze your child and their friends. Perfect for Every Occasion Whether itโs a birthday, holiday, or just a special treat, " The Cricket Book for Kids" is the ideal gift for any young sports fan. Itโs more than a book; itโs a ticket to a world of fun, learning, and inspiration. Join the Cricket Journey Today! Donโt miss out on the opportunity to spark your childโs interest in cricket. Add "The Cricket Book for Kids" by Leonard Matt to your cart now and let the adventure begin! Review: 2nd Most Popular Sport in the World - I was exposed to cricket in England, but, as an American who grew up with baseball, the rules of cricket still seem pretty strange. This book, meant for kids, is very basic, but Iโd still need more exposure to say I really understand the game. And that may happen, especially for Americans younger than me. According to Leonard Matt, thereโs now Major League Cricket in America, and cricket will be a featured event at the 2028 Olympics in California. It seems to me, after reading Matthewโs stories about the game, that cricket is every bit as much a game of statistics as baseball. And with what they call T20, 20 overs for each team, theyโve made it about as long as a baseball game. Games used to be much longer, sometimes lasting for days. I remember that from my time in England. Insofar as terminology, the problem term for me was always โinningsโ which, for Cricket, is apparently always plural, like โone inningsโ, and a cricket innings is much longer than a baseball inning because everyone has to bat before a cricket innings is over. The term โoverโ is also different from anything in baseball. One playerโs โat bat" (American term) can last many โovers" in cricket, each over consisting of six throws (or bowls I guess). Since each bowler only gets six overs at a time, each batter can face more than one bowler before his turn at bat turn is over. Plus theyโre running back and forth, two players at a time. Confusing, but I understand it better after reading Leonard Mattt's book. It would probably be more clear if I watched some cricket games. (Or matches?) The strength of this book is Matthewโs stories about cricket superstars; some from bygone days and some still active today. They're probably the British equivalent of the baseball stars I admired so much as a kid and even, perhaps, to this day. Review: Great book for kids to learn about Cricket - Leonard Mattโs The Cricket Book for Kids is a delightful and informative journey into the world of cricket, designed to captivate young readers aged 9-12. With its perfect mix of history, legendary players, fascinating matches, and fun facts, this book is a fantastic resource for kids who are curious about cricket or dreaming of mastering the sport. I would recommend this book for kids interested in Cricket.






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| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 28 Reviews |
J**I
2nd Most Popular Sport in the World
I was exposed to cricket in England, but, as an American who grew up with baseball, the rules of cricket still seem pretty strange. This book, meant for kids, is very basic, but Iโd still need more exposure to say I really understand the game. And that may happen, especially for Americans younger than me. According to Leonard Matt, thereโs now Major League Cricket in America, and cricket will be a featured event at the 2028 Olympics in California. It seems to me, after reading Matthewโs stories about the game, that cricket is every bit as much a game of statistics as baseball. And with what they call T20, 20 overs for each team, theyโve made it about as long as a baseball game. Games used to be much longer, sometimes lasting for days. I remember that from my time in England. Insofar as terminology, the problem term for me was always โinningsโ which, for Cricket, is apparently always plural, like โone inningsโ, and a cricket innings is much longer than a baseball inning because everyone has to bat before a cricket innings is over. The term โoverโ is also different from anything in baseball. One playerโs โat bat" (American term) can last many โovers" in cricket, each over consisting of six throws (or bowls I guess). Since each bowler only gets six overs at a time, each batter can face more than one bowler before his turn at bat turn is over. Plus theyโre running back and forth, two players at a time. Confusing, but I understand it better after reading Leonard Mattt's book. It would probably be more clear if I watched some cricket games. (Or matches?) The strength of this book is Matthewโs stories about cricket superstars; some from bygone days and some still active today. They're probably the British equivalent of the baseball stars I admired so much as a kid and even, perhaps, to this day.
W**S
Great book for kids to learn about Cricket
Leonard Mattโs The Cricket Book for Kids is a delightful and informative journey into the world of cricket, designed to captivate young readers aged 9-12. With its perfect mix of history, legendary players, fascinating matches, and fun facts, this book is a fantastic resource for kids who are curious about cricket or dreaming of mastering the sport. I would recommend this book for kids interested in Cricket.
A**S
Good overview for kids and adults
I know this book said, "for kids", but I love sports, and there are a few that I really don't know too much about...lacrosse, rugby and cricket. Well, I can now scratch cricket off my list of ignorance. While this was heavy on players and history and light on the rules, I received a great overview of the sport. I now feel that I can sit down with a bunch of cricket fanatics and understand what they are talking about and MAYBE add a sentence or two to the conversation. I think I may have caught the cricket "bug" (pun intended) because I am already trying to see if there are any games on the TV.
N**A
Dissapointed
I bought this book for my son who just got into watching and playing cricket. I am truly disappointed. The biographies are poorly written. The book only spent half a page on Don Bradman, the greatest cricketer of all time. It could have been better researched. Also, the fun facts in the end are the least fun part of the book. Most facts are the opposite of interesting. Players' illustrations are ok, but have some mistake that my son found bemusing, like why is Muralitharan bowing a no ball. Also, there are some spelling mistakes (it's called a ball, not 'bowl'). Overall, the author could have done a better job.
L**Y
A Hit for Young Cricket Fans
My kiddo absolutely loves this book! It's packed with fascinating cricket history, easy-to-understand rules, and inspiring stories of legendary players. The colorful illustrations make it super engaging, and my child can't get enough of the fun facts and exciting match recaps. Perfect for any young sports enthusiast!
A**D
A perfect read for any young sports fan
My kid is absolutely thrilled with this book! It's filled with captivating cricket history, clear rules, and inspiring tales of legendary players. The vibrant illustrations keep it engaging, and my child loves the fun facts and thrilling match recaps. A perfect read for any young sports fan! Highly recommended!
A**Q
brilliant
Already knew the game but got some amazing facts and will really help my son(5) I recommend it if you struggle with the teaching
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