hockey

"Discusses the science behind various elements of hockey, particularly a slap shot."--Publisher.

Fourteen-year-old Eric, a ruthless hockey player prone to violence on the ice, tries to reconcile his own needs with those of his parents.

When first-grader Freddy decides to try out for peewee hockey, his archenemy and school bully Max decides to also try out for the one slot left on the team.

Provides an account of how the Canadian Men's Sledge Hockey team came from behind to win the gold medal in the 2006 Paralympic Games.

Text and color illustrations explore pro hockey's greatest records, and the stories of players who have held, chased, and broken them.

Joining a hockey team headlined by a young Wayne Gretzky, Taylor finds himself overwhelmed and playing badly when he tries to do too much to make a good impression on his new teammates.

"Details the greatest rivalries past and present in pro hockey"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the teams and players who have broken various hockey records.

Highlights the journey of the American Olympic hockey team to defeat the Soviet team in the 1980 Winter Olympics. Highlights the effect of the Cold War on international sports and the lasting effects of the powerful upset on the ice that day. Includes a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

The twins' toy hockey game seems to be magic as it plays games identical to the real ones before they even happen.