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Elias and the Golden Goal

Elias loved soccer. Every day, he would watch the players run and kick the ball.

Pretend you are kicking a soccer ball.

Elias, fascinated by football, watches local players.

One sunny morning, Elias found a flyer. 'Join the Junior Football Team,' it said.

Hold your hand up high like you found something exciting.

Elias finds an invitation to join a football team.

Elias felt a tingle of excitement. He could finally play the game he loved!

Clap your hands with joy.

Elias is thrilled at the possibility of playing football.

The next day, Elias put on his favorite dinosaur shirt and ran to the field.

Mimic putting on a shirt and running in place.

Elias is ready for his first day of football practice.

The coach smiled at him. 'Welcome to the team!' he exclaimed. Elias grinned back.

Shake hands with someone as if you're meeting them for the first time.

Elias is greeted warmly by the coach, giving him confidence.

Elias met other kids who loved soccer just as much as he did. They became fast friends.

Give a high-five to the person next to you.

Elias socializes with his new teammates and makes friends.

Every practice, Elias learned something new. He practiced passing, dribbling, and shooting.

Pretend to dribble a soccer ball with your feet.

Elias works hard, learning and practicing football skills.

Soon enough, it was time for their first game. Elias felt his heart race with excitement.

Place your hand over your heart like you can feel it racing.

The team preps for their first game, with Elias feeling both nervous and excited.

The whistle blew, and the game began. Both teams played their best, and the score was tied.

Wave a flag as if starting a game.

The game starts, and the teams are evenly matched.

With only minutes left, the coach called out, 'Elias, it's your time to shine!'

Stand tall and proud, ready to take on a challenge.

Coach encourages Elias to take a decisive role in the final minutes.

Elias nodded, took a deep breath, and focused. He received the ball and dodged an opponent.

Pretend to duck and weave like you're dodging players.

Elias steps up confidently, controlling the ball skillfully.

He sprinted towards the goal, and with a swift kick, he scored the winning goal!

Jump up with arms raised as if you scored a goal.

Elias scores, winning the game. His team erupts in celebration.

His team lifted him up, cheering. Elias had helped them win the championship!

Cheer and clap like you just won a game.

Victorious, Elias is celebrated by his team.

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