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Elias loved soccer. Every day, he would watch the players run and kick the ball.
Pretend you are kicking a soccer ball.
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 felt a tingle of excitement. He could finally play the game he loved!
Clap your hands with joy.
The next day, Elias put on his favorite dinosaur shirt and ran to the field.
Mimic putting on a shirt and running in place.
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 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.
Every practice, Elias learned something new. He practiced passing, dribbling, and shooting.
Pretend to dribble a soccer ball with your feet.
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 whistle blew, and the game began. Both teams played their best, and the score was tied.
Wave a flag as if starting a game.
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.
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.
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.
His team lifted him up, cheering. Elias had helped them win the championship!
Cheer and clap like you just won a game.
