Age rating and parents' guide:Ultimate Football Heroes (series, 20+ players)
by Matt & Tom Oldfield
Ages 6–11
Ultimate Football Heroes (series, 20+ players) by Matt & Tom Oldfield is best for children aged 6–11. It has no violence, nothing scary, no romance and no bad language.
This popular series introduces young sports fans to the world's greatest footballers, including icons like Messi, Ronaldo, and Mbappé. Each book traces a player's journey from their childhood kickabouts and early trials to stadium glory and international trophies. A lively choice for readers who enjoy movement, teamwork, and determination.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- None
- Scary moments
- None
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Non-fiction
- Part of the Ultimate Football Heroes series
- Easy to get into from the first page
- Some illustrations
- Emotionally light
- A good pick for reluctant readers
Great for kids who like
- Non-Fiction
- Sports
Reading mood
- Informative
- Inspiring
Good to talk about
- Sports
- Non-Fiction
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