Play Like a Girl

Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

Debut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her town’s football team in this empowering graphic memoir—illustrated by her husband—about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns.

Misty never shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. So when the boys tell her she can’t play football, there’s only one thing to do: Join their team and show them what she’s got.But the training is rougher than she thought—and so are the other guys, who aren’t thrilled about having a girl on their team.Middle school isn’t so easy, either. Misty wants to fit in with the popular kids, but they think a girl playing football is “weird.” Even her best friend doesn’t get it.Can Misty find a way to score points with her teammates, make new friends, and show everyone —including herself—what it means to play like a girl?

About the Author

Retired seventh-grade football star Misty Wilson teaches by day and writes by night. She is a voracious reader, and she loves binge-watching television shows. Learn more at www.mistywilsonwrites.com.David Wilson is an illustrator and writer. When he’s not working, you can find him skateboarding, exploring nature, or playing drums.Misty and David live in Ohio with their two daughters. Play Like a Girl is their middle grade debut.