Get ready for a soccer-filled story time at Birdie Books!
Join us for a FREE Specialty Story Time & Book Launch with local author Carlos Mojica, a Columbus-based writer and frequent collaborator with Major League Soccer. Just days before the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, Carlos is bringing the fun to Birdie with an interactive, family-friendly event perfect for young soccer fans.
This isn’t your average story time, kids and families will enjoy a lively book reading, followed by a fun Q&A with Carlos, a World Cup bracket activity (complete with custom brackets to fill out), and participants will get a branded mini soccer scarf to take home!
Carlos’s featured book will be available for purchase at the event, so you can take home a signed copy!
Carlos speaks both English and Spanish, making it an inclusive and engaging experience for all.
Extra fun: Kids are encouraged to wear their favorite soccer jerseys!
About This Book:
Are you a budding soccer star? Or perhaps a superfan of the sport? This young reader’s guide to all things soccer offers an engaging introduction to the beautiful game. With over 100 player profiles, Goal! covers soccer’s greatest legends and rising stars, providing detailed information in a young reader–friendly format. Fact boxes highlight major events and milestones in soccer history, making the sport’s rich legacy accessible to young readers. Packed with new and vibrant photos, this book captures the excitement and passion of the game, making it an ideal gift for budding soccer fans. Read along to discover all there is to know about this popular sport and engage with the book’s exciting features, including:
Profiles of international and women players
An interactive glossary
From-the-field anecdotes
And much more!
Educational and entertaining, Goal! is the perfect resource to foster a lifelong love of soccer.