Against the Boards (Lorimer Sports Stories) [Paperback]

Lorna Schultz Nicholson (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Lorimer Sports Stories

Peter has done it! He's made it onto an AAA Bantam team and is now playing hockey in Edmonton. But this shy boy from the Northwest Territories is having a hard time adjusting to city life, his new school, and host family. The other kids laugh at his clothing, and Peter's new "sister" seems to have made it her mission to get him into trouble with her parents. Before long, Peter's problems follow him onto the ice.

Against the Boards is a compelling story about the difficulties that can arise when you don't express yourself.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Lorna Schultz Nicholson's third book featuring a young player from the Northwest Territories is a winner. And it's crystal clear that Schultz Nicholson understands the world of hockey and has probably logged a few hours in arenas herself. More importantly, it's obvious that she understands the nature and temperament of the superior player, the things that set him apart...Against the Boards is warm without being sappy and absolutely satisfying. Readers aged eight to 13 will enjoy meeting Peter and facing his special challenges."

(January Magazine )

"Against the Boards would suit aspiring hockey players from grade 4 through grade 8. Peter's experience would be recognized by any young players attempting to move up in hockey's hierarchy."

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Review

"Lorna's books are a great read for kids and their parents. They really help teach the importance of having good values both in hockey and in life."

(Wayne Gretzky )

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 107 pages
• Publisher: Lorimer (April 26, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550288644
• ISBN-13: 978-1550288643
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,313,354 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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