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Baltimore, 1952 With her father fighting in the Korean War, bigotry in her school, and the desire to play a "boy's sport," one girl struggles to find her place in the world. Caroline Panski harbors one dream: to play ice hockey. But, as the neighborhood boys-and her mother-tell her: Boys play hockey; girls figure skate. Caroline, however, refuses to give up, and she navigates her world with determination. Knowing that her beloved father is fighting...

A high-octane memoir of unflappable determination from an X-Games and Paralympics champion When "Monster" Mike Schultz won snowboarding gold in Pyeongchang, South Korea, it was the culmination of a decade of reinvention, in every sense of the word. Ten years earlier he'd lain bleeding on the side of a mountain after a devastating snowmobile accident. Now he stood tall on the Paralympic podium, supported by a prosthetic knee and foot of his own creation. Driven...

Explore hockey's history through its unique and most desirable memorabilia. Whether it's a ticket stub from a game that father and son saw together, an autographed photograph from a hero, or a puck that went up and over the boards, hockey memorabilia is a record of our beloved sport's history. He Shoots, He Saves looks at hockey's collectibles from hockey cards to commemorative beer cans to postage stamps. The book features artifacts from all 30 NHL...

Winter is here, better be prepared! Readers learn what they'll have to put on and wear in order to be warm while playing in the snow.

Chaque hiver, des milliers de personnes parcourent les sentiers de la Gatineau en ski et des milliers d'autres font des randonnées sur ces mêmes sentiers. Il en est ainsi depuis 100 ans. Faites la connaissance de Charles Mortureux et de Joe Morin qui ont aménagé les sentiers dans les années 1920 et découvrez les sentiers qu'ils ont aménagés: Western, Little Swtzerland, Highland et Merry Go Round. Entendez les nombreuses histoires liées à...

Snowmobile riders follows tracks with steep hills and obstacles. Snowmobiles can go faster than 100 miles (160 kilometers) per hour. Learn more about one of the world's most daring sports and the athletes who take part in it in Snowmobiling, part of the Extreme Adrenaline series.

An adorable cast of colorful animal characters bundles up to showcase the wonderful world of winter sports.

The capital of Abitibi, Rouyn-Noranda, is hosting the International Kekeko this winter, the great sled dog race. That day, Rodolphe Galarneau, a newcomer to this universe, did not suspect for a moment that he would finish on the Podium.

Snowboarding is a high-energy, exciting sport for all ages. Readers will learn how they can start to snowboard, where they can find snowboarding runs, and what they should wear in the elements. They'll love learning about cool snowboarding tricks and maneuvers, as well as the pro snowboarders who can pull them off. The thrill of this winter sport is captured in engaging text and breathtaking photographs from the slopes. This book is sure to capture...

From the athletic moves to the costumes and music, pairs skating is a beautiful sport. Learn everything from the basics and the rules to the history of this breathtaking sport. It will have you wanting to lace up your skates!