Publisher Description

Hockey is fun watch but even more fun to play Kids can get in the game by learning about the rules of the sport the equipment needed to play and the importance of good sportsmanship. Then they can practice a key hockey skill to have even more fun on the ice.

Review

This simple series explains the fundamentals of each sport. Images that often include clear labels supplement the text. A "Skill Builder" section helps kids learn the mechanics of important moves, including shooting and cradling the ball in lacrosse, doing a handstand in gymnastics, passing in football and soccer (though the methods are different), catching in baseball, dribbling in basketball, and shooting in hockey. Each title concludes with a discussion of good sportsmanship for players. The straightforward writing is concise, providing a general overview of each sport for beginners. -VERDICT A fine addition for emerging readers.--Abby Bussen, Muskego Public Library, WI "School Library Journal"

Promotional "Headline"

Easy-to-read, carefully leveled text for early readers; Vibrant, engaging full-color photos; Ideal resources for kids just learning about sports; Repeatedly a top-selling topic for K-2; Skill-building feature allows readers to practice a skill needed to play the sport

Feature

Bolded Glossary Words, Diagram(s), Full color, Glossary, Index, More Resources/Suggestions for Further Reading, Photograph(s), Table of Contents

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