From the author of the USA Today and Indie bestselling Invisible, a must-have graphic novel about five very different students who may just have more in common than they thought.Can you get ahead if it means leaving everyone behind?Al, Nicky, Palmer, Fabiola, and Seba are all on the school soccer team. But that doesn't mean they're all on the same side.For the first time ever, the Jackson Middle School soccer team is going co-ed thanks to Nicky's determination. But Al is going to do whatever he can to keep the girls off the team, just the way his father wants.When Al and Nicky's rivalry threatens to tear the team apart, everyone's going to have to pick sides. That is, until Palmer looks into why Nicky joined the team, and he starts to realize that there's a bigger problem than what's on the field. . .And maybe the only way to truly win is together.With text in English and Spanish, Offside features the groundbreaking format used in Invisible, paired with engaging, accessible, and entertaining storytelling. This is a must-have graphic novel about soccer, friendship, and what it really means to work as a team.
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Appropriate for: Ages 9-12 Years
Published date: Jul 07, 2026
Language: English
No. of Pages: 208
Publisher: Scholastic Canada Ltd
ISBN: 9781339023601
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Praise for OFFSIDE by Christina Diaz Gonzalez and Mari Costa:A Junior Library Guild Selection"With all the tension and excitement of a real soccer game, Offside is the uplifting story of a team coming together, overcoming the odds, and doing the right thing. I loved every page!" —Christina Soontornvat, NYT bestselling author of The Tryout “A soccer saga that is fun and funny with heart in all the right places—relatable relationships, unlikely champions, and a dedicated group of young people fighting for their community and equality. Goal!” —Pam Muñoz Ryan, Newbery Honoree and bestselling author of Esperanza Rising and El Niño"This heartwarming graphic novel believes in sharing the ball, celebrating differences, and making space for every player. When it comes to friendship, fairness, and the joy of playing together, Offside proves everyone belongs on the field." —Johnnie Christmas, award-winning author of Swim Team★ "A rousing sports graphic novel [with] inventive visual storytelling. What begins as a simple rivalry gradually expands into a layered exploration of access, recognition, and cultivating teamwork and understanding across differences. It’s a moving, tightly observed story with genuine stakes and emotion." —Publishers Weekly, starred reviewPraise for INVISIBLE by Christina Diaz Gonzalez and Gabriela Epstein:A USA TODAY BestsellerAn instant INDIE BESTSELLERINDIE Next List Recommended BookSchool Library Journal Best Book of the YearALA Graphic Novel & Comics Round Table Top Ten Graphic NovelNotable Book for a Global Society AwardCybils Award WinnerNerdy Book Club AwardTexas Bluebonnet ListVirginia Library Association Graphic Novel Diversity Award WinnerAmazon #1 New ReleaseA Barnes & Noble Most Anticipated "A story that shouldn't be missed." —Entertainment Weekly"This is a must-read." —Book Riot★ "Illuminating and engaging. With a sweet twist at the end, multifaceted characters, and moments of genuine comedy, this is pitch-perfect for anyone who loves Raina Telgemeier or Varian Johnson." —Booklist, starred review★ "Truly unique... An entertaining and spirited reading experience." —School Library Journal, starred review★ "Invisible celebrates individuality and community while transcending language barriers." —Bookpage, starred review
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