World Cup Kick Off with Si Sabo Kids
June 11
Celebrate the World Cup with a special storytime and activities at Pretend City featuring ¡Gooool!: A Soccer Book for Kids by Sí Sabo Kids. Families can enjoy soccer-themed fun, meet the authors, and attend a book signing.
Times: 11 am & 2:30 pm
*Please note programming lasts 10-30 minutes.
Included with museum admission
About Play Partner: Mike Alfaro is a Creative Director, Content Creator, and Children’s Book Writer with over 400k followers on social media (@millennialloteria). Recognized as one of TikTok’s 2023 Latinx Visionary Voices, he also earned a spot in the inaugural class of the LA Time’s 2022 Vanguardia List—celebrating Latino innovators, instigators, and power players breaking through barriers. Originally from Guatemala, he now resides in Los Angeles with his wife Amy and baby Mya.
Gerardo Guillén is a Mexican-American Creative Director and Illustrator born in El Paso, Texas. He has created award-winning advertising campaigns for clients like McDonald’s, Fiji, Honda, and Jack in the Box. (Portfolio: ElArtDirector.com) His work has been profiled by PBS, NPR, Communication Arts, and more. He now lives in Los Angeles with his wife Gina, his sons Oli and Max.
Books will be available for purchase during the event.
Space may be limited.
*Events and times are subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event included with museum admission?
Yes. The program is included with regular museum admission.
Will books be available for purchase?
Yes. Copies of ¡Gooool!: A Soccer Book for Kids will be available for purchase during the event.
Will there be a book signing?
Yes. Families will have the opportunity to meet the creators and participate in a book signing after the program.
