Description

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The very first hockey practice can be a little scary, but not if you are planning to be the world's greatest hockey superstar Follow the action and relish the dreams of a confident young boy as he begins his journey to hockey stardom. See what happens at a hockey practice, learn about the excitement and fun of the game, and experience the lovable chaos of the ice arena. With humor and a little bit of attitude, A.L. Wegwerth has written a great introduction to the sport, while Alana McCarthy's vivid style brings the game to life for future hockey stars.

About the Author

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A.L. Wegwerth hails from Minnesota, the State of Hockey, and is what you might consider a pioneer in women's hockey. She played high school and college hockey before an injury forced her to hang up her skates for a few years. These days, you can find her on the ice either coaching youth hockey or playing a game of shinny in the backyard with her three kids. She is the author of four other books, including Hockey Talk: Sauce, Spinorama, and More Ice-Time Lingo, a book for die-hard hockey fans. Alana McCarthy is an illustrator, letterer and designer who lives in Toronto, Canada, with her husband, two boys, and a big orange cat, Pumpkin. Throughout her award-winning career, her eye-catching imagery has graced children's books, magazines, murals, ads, and more.