Book excerpt: Let's play lacrosse! Ready for Sports: Lacrosse introduces young readers in prekindergarten to grade 1 to one of the most popular sports for kids. From equipment to scoring, this 16-page book teaches the basics of lacrosse and provides children with the knowledge they need to be ready to play with confidence. The Ready for Sports series provides parents with a great way to introduce young readers to a variety of kid-friendly team sports. Each book measures 8" x 8" and features a list of words to look for in the text, photo glossary definitions, and before- and after-reading activities to bolster critical thinking and comprehension skills.