Obioma Plays Football

8-year-old Obioma is a football star with a special stick who moves to a new city and has to go to a new school where she has no friends. She misses playing football until a girl named Ayana asks her to race, and everyone joins in. Obioma finds a new team to play with.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 11 October 2022
Publisher: Cassava Republic Press

Football superstar Obioma, just eight years old, is unstoppable on the field. With her custom-made stick, she effortlessly scores goals and dominates races in her wheelchair. However, when she relocates to a new city, she faces a challenging transition as she enrolls in a new school where she doesn't know anyone. The students call her the girl in the wheelchair, and she feels isolated and lonely.

Despite the obstacles, Obioma's love for football remains unwavering. One day, a kind-hearted girl named Ayana approaches her and invites her to join a football game. At first, Obioma is hesitant, but Ayana's enthusiasm and encouragement convince her to give it a try. To her surprise, Obioma finds herself excelling on the field, and soon, others join in, drawn by her skill and determination.

With the support of her new teammates, Obioma discovers a sense of belonging and camaraderie that she had never experienced before. She joins a new football team, and together, they embark on an exciting journey of competition and growth. Through their shared passion for the sport, Obioma and her teammates overcome their differences and build a strong bond that transcends their disabilities.

Obioma's story is a testament to the power of sports to bring people together, break down barriers, and empower individuals. Her determination and resilience in the face of adversity inspire others to believe in their abilities, no matter what challenges they may face.

Dimension: 259 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913175368