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The Field
The Field | Baptiste Paul
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A soccer storyfor boy and girls alikejust in time for the World Cup! Vini! Come! The field calls! cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their communityfamily, friends, and the local fruit vendorfor a pickup soccer (futbol) game. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come runningbearing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. Friends versus friends teams are formed, the field is cleared of cows, and the game begins! But will a tropical rainstorm threaten their plans? The worlds most popular and inclusive sport has found its spirited, poetic, and authentic voice in Baptiste Pauls debut picture bookhighlighting the joys of the game along with its universal themes: teamwork, leadership, diversity, and acceptance. Creole words (as spoken in St. Lucia, the authors birthplace island in the Caribbean) add spice to the story and are a strong reminder of the sports world fame. Bright and brilliant illustrations by debut childrens book illustrator Jacqueline Alcntarawinner of the We Need Diverse Books Illustration Mentorship Awardcapture the grit and glory of the game and the beauty of the island setting where this particular field was inspired. Soccer fan or not, the call of The Field is irresistible.
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Shelm1
The Field | Baptiste Paul

This is a book that shows how important one‘s culture is and how everyone comes together to have fun. The author says, “I love the concept of play: everyone cheering together, forgetting about whatever challenges life can bring,” I think this is beautiful and really comes through in the illustrations.

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Shelm1
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This book is beautiful! I love the cultural significance of using actual Creole words/ phrases and showing the English translations. The illustrations beautifully show the village where this children live. It really shows how something simple like futbol can really bring a village together. I also love how even though there‘s rain, the illustrations show them having the best time together no matter what conditions they‘re in!

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When the kids are ready to play soccer there are plenty of obstacles that get in the way, but they persevere and play hard until the Mamas call them in for the night.

This short story is peppered with Saint Lucia Creole, so the pronunciation guide in the back might be a good place to start. The author‘s note is also worth reading aloud.

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#crossculturalstories 56/100 books read