Alex Bellos writes about maths for the Guardian and is the author of two works of popular science, Alex's Adventures in Numberland and Alex Through the Looking-Glass as well as the mathematical colouring book Snowflake Seashell Star. He has also written Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life, which was shortlisted for Sports Book of the Year, and he ghost-wrote Pele's bestselling autobiography. He lives in West London.Ben Lyttleton is a journalist, broadcaster and football consultant. He is the author of Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty and his football articles have been published in over 20 countries. He is a director of Soccernomics, a football consultancy that helps teams improve their performance. He lives in North London.Spike Gerrell is a prolific cartoonist known for his "spiky-nosed" illustrations. His work has been published in the New Scientist, Independent, Times Educational Supplement and Guardian. Spike lives in North London.

'This book will spark a love of learning in any child who reads it. It is intelligent, inspiring, funny, and deserves a large audience!' * Martyn Heather, Head of Education and Welfare, Premier League * 'The perfect book to get football-mad kids enthusiastic about reading' * Paul Brackwell, Head of Education, Aston Villa Football Club * "Am very jealous of Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton - I fear they have a bestseller here. Section on poo is especially good." * Simon Kuper, Financial Times * "This book is superb way for children to learn about such diverse subjects as geography, maths and psychology. I have really enjoyed reading it with my seven-year-old son - and he's not the only one who has been learning a lot" * Marcus Christenson, Football Editor, The Guardian * "Have you got football-loving kids? This got a massive thumbs-up from mine. Recommended reading." * Amy Lawrence, The Observer *

Alex Bellos writes about maths for the Guardian and is the author of two works of popular science, Alex's Adventures in Numberland and Alex Through the Looking-Glass as well as the mathematical colouring book Snowflake Seashell Star. He has also written Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life, which was shortlisted for Sports Book of the Year, and he ghost-wrote Pele's bestselling autobiography. He lives in West London.Ben Lyttleton is a journalist, broadcaster and football consultant. He is the author of Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty and his football articles have been published in over 20 countries. He is a director of Soccernomics, a football consultancy that helps teams improve their performance. He lives in North London.Spike Gerrell is a prolific cartoonist known for his "spiky-nosed" illustrations. His work has been published in the New Scientist, Independent, Times Educational Supplement and Guardian. Spike lives in North London.

'This book will spark a love of learning in any child who reads it. It is intelligent, inspiring, funny, and deserves a large audience!' * Martyn Heather, Head of Education and Welfare, Premier League * 'The perfect book to get football-mad kids enthusiastic about reading' * Paul Brackwell, Head of Education, Aston Villa Football Club * "Am very jealous of Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton - I fear they have a bestseller here. Section on poo is especially good." * Simon Kuper, Financial Times * "This book is superb way for children to learn about such diverse subjects as geography, maths and psychology. I have really enjoyed reading it with my seven-year-old son - and he's not the only one who has been learning a lot" * Marcus Christenson, Football Editor, The Guardian * "Have you got football-loving kids? This got a massive thumbs-up from mine. Recommended reading." * Amy Lawrence, The Observer *

Alex Bellos writes about maths for the Guardian and is the author of two works of popular science, Alex's Adventures in Numberland and Alex Through the Looking-Glass as well as the mathematical colouring book Snowflake Seashell Star. He has also written Futebol: The Brazilian Way of Life, which was shortlisted for Sports Book of the Year, and he ghost-wrote Pele's bestselling autobiography. He lives in West London.Ben Lyttleton is a journalist, broadcaster and football consultant. He is the author of Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty and his football articles have been published in over 20 countries. He is a director of Soccernomics, a football consultancy that helps teams improve their performance. He lives in North London.Spike Gerrell is a prolific cartoonist known for his "spiky-nosed" illustrations. His work has been published in the New Scientist, Independent, Times Educational Supplement and Guardian. Spike lives in North London.

'This book will spark a love of learning in any child who reads it. It is intelligent, inspiring, funny, and deserves a large audience!' * Martyn Heather, Head of Education and Welfare, Premier League * 'The perfect book to get football-mad kids enthusiastic about reading' * Paul Brackwell, Head of Education, Aston Villa Football Club * "Am very jealous of Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton - I fear they have a bestseller here. Section on poo is especially good." * Simon Kuper, Financial Times * "This book is superb way for children to learn about such diverse subjects as geography, maths and psychology. I have really enjoyed reading it with my seven-year-old son - and he's not the only one who has been learning a lot" * Marcus Christenson, Football Editor, The Guardian * "Have you got football-loving kids? This got a massive thumbs-up from mine. Recommended reading." * Amy Lawrence, The Observer *