The Big Ball of String

by Ross Mueller, Craig Smith (Illustrator)

A big, green ball of string becomes a most unusual soccer ball in this imaginative and enchanting picture book. Wanting to play soccer but lacking a ball, George makes do with the titular big ball of string. Rhythmic, read-aloud text describes George's dribbling adventures around town, from his home, to main street, to the park, and back again. Charming watercolor illustrations trace George's fun with his makeshift toy as the bright green string unravels while he plays, encouraging children to see ordinary household objects in new ways while they follow George's sporting fun.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2005

Reviews

[Cai]

George has a big ball of string that he really wants to kick around. George ends up kicking it all around town as his mother wouldn't let him kick it inside.

This story was cute and the illustrations were gorgeous. Very predictable.

This book was read on Play School.

[Library Quine]

Playing soccer with a ball of string. Lots of rolling would make a interesting book for a movement storytime, but the pictures are a little too subtle for a group read-aloud.