Children Hockey

Athletes perform spectacular feats of strength and speed, but sometimes, a player or team rises above the rest to become a legend. From Michael Phelps’ gold medals to Tim Howard’s saves in the 2014 World Cup, this series presents the most exciting records in sports history.

A left winger lines up a perfectly timed slap shot. The puck buzzes past the goalie's glove, and the home crowd roars. This is the Stanley Cup Finals, and ice hockey's top prize is on the line. The long history of the Cup is full of amazing stories and legendary stars. Listeners will discover it all in this book.

Explore the science behind your favorite sport with simple, clear explanations. Young athletes won't be able to stop listening as they learn more about Sports STEM!

Frank Zamboni created the ice-resurfacing machine, and ice-based sports would never be the same!

What might have been a dream come true has turned into a nightmare. Brad's twin brother T.J. has gotten himself out of the fancy prep school his father picked for him and into the public high school Brad attends. Now T.J., the bright light in his father's eyes, is a shining new star on the hockey team, where Brad once held the spotlight. And he's testing his popularity with Brad's friends, eyeing Brad's girl, and competing to be captain of the team.

Lucy and her family are skating on an outdoor rink when she sees a game of hockey going on. It looks like fun, but maybe too challenging. Supported by her parents, Lucy enrolls in an introductory hockey clinic, and thanks to an encouraging instructor, she and her friends learn basic hockey skills, have fun on the ice and decide to add hockey to their list of favorite sports!

Hockey fans around the world know that Sidney Crosby and Wayne Gretzky are two of the greatest players ever to lace up their skates. NHL legend Gretzky's nickname was "The Great One". When Crosby joined the NHL in 2005, his nickname was "The Next One". But which center would you rather have on your team? Learn about their biggest goals and championship moments to pick a winner.

Hey, kids! These hockey jokes will tickle your funny bone and keep you laughing all through hockey season and beyond: Q: What do a hockey player and a magician have in common? A: Both do hat tricks!

Face-Off's McKendrick brothers return in the explosive sequel Offsides. Twin hockey stars T.J. and Brad have finally resolved their differences and forged a friendship on and off the ice. Now high school seniors, they focus on landing a commitment to a D1 school. What should have been the best year ever takes a nasty hit when the boys' parents announce their divorce, and Brad makes a mistake that could impact his game eligibility.

Bobby Backchex loves playing hockey with his friends. However, he skips the afternoon hockey game this week. Bobby has a secret. His mother, Catherine Backchex, is determined to understand the changes in Bobby’s behavior and uncover his secret. You are invited to join Bobby Backchex, his family, friends, and trusted dog Bower on his path of discovery.

Auf Lena, Max und Lars wartet ein großes Abenteuer, auch wenn es im grauen Herbst und an ihrer neuen Schule erst einmal nicht danach aussieht ... Doch ehe sie es sich versehen, hat es schon begonnen - und ihr seid ebenfalls mittendrin, denn immer wieder heißt es: "Und jetzt DU!" Schnappt euch also gleich euren Hockeyschläger und probiert die vielen tollen Tricks, die die Hockey-Kids in diesem Buch lernen, gleich gemeinsam mit ihnen aus.

The Bailey School Kids begin to worry when they meet the coach of the new junior hockey team, the creepy assistant from the science museum, who bears a startling resemblance to Frankenstein's monster.

Twins Mac & Madi are the youngest players on their team, and they’re always ready to give their best! But sometimes, the game doesn’t go their way. With the help of their wise coach, the twins learn that success isn’t just about the score… it’s about playing your best and always supporting your team through thick and thin!

Do you have a child who loves to play hockey and dreams of being on a college, NHL or Olympic team one day? So many children dream of this success, yet so few reach it. How come? In this book, Building an Uncommon Champion, Jennifer Matras will teach you from years of experience of working with athletes and also training with retired Navy SEALS, who are known as the best of the best, on how to help your child get to the next level along with helping them sustain success for a lifetime.