Description
When Etienne takes his cousin out to play street hockey for the first time, he has a lot of explaining to do. Street hockey is nothing like ice hockey—but it's a whole lotta fun!
Originally published over a decade ago, this lively and endearing picture book will introduce a new generation of hockey fans to the magic of real hockey.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 3 to 5
- Grade:
- p to k
- Reading age:
- 3 to 5
Awards
- Commended, CCBC Best Books
- Short-listed, SYRCA Shining Willow nominee
- Short-listed, Chocolate Lily nominee
- Commended, CCBC Our Choice
- Commended, Resource Links "The Year's Best"
Editorial Reviews
"A first-rate picture book that will appeal to hockey fans of both sexes."
— Quill & Quire
"A terrific celebration and homage to the grand game of street hockey."
— Resource Links
"Large, colorful, and expressive cartoons show hockey-playing youngsters whose faces radiate enthusiasm and a love of the game."
— School Library Journal
"Bouchard trumps our expectations in this winsome tale of how they play hockey in the Far North."
— Kirkus Review
