In South Africa, the streets are not safe. Ajani has won a federation-sized soccer ball at school and decides to share his new prize with his friends. But playing in South Africa is not like playing in America. One friend must keep watch for bullies and danger while the other five play. Looking left and looking right, the boys find joy in just being boys. Until, the inevitable happens and they are met by some rowdy kids who wouldn't hesitate to take their ball and ruin their game. Will Ajani and his friends be able to keep playing with their new federation-sized soccer ball? Nominated for the California Young Reader Medal 2011-2012