Hockey Hero

Illustrated by Zachary Pullen
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Hardcover
$17.99 US
| $21.99 CAN
On sale Oct 13, 2015 | 40 Pages | 9781770496309
Age 6-9 years | Grades 1-4

A heart-warming, intergenerational story about an awkward young boy who finds his hockey chutzpah at a PeeWee tournament. Tommy goes from timid observer to essential player - as we readers cheer him on! Illustrated by Zachary Pullen whose inimitable style blends perfectly with Zachary Hyman's inspiring text.

“In hockey, there is a tradition: win or lose, you rise to the challenge .... the story has an ingenuous wisdom. A fine look into hockey's heart.” - Kirkus Reviews 


"Hockey Hero .... is a fun story written with a lot of heart .... For those who enjoy stories of underdogs, family traditions, and sporting events (particularly hockey-related), Hockey Hero will be an entertaining and inspiring read." - CM Magazine

ZACHARY HYMAN is a Canadian professional hockey player who previously played with the Toronto Maple Leafs and is currently with the Edmonton Oilers. He is the author of Hockey Hero and The Bambino and Me, two inspiring sports-themed picture books. The Magician's Secret is his third book for children. View titles by Zachary Hyman

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A heart-warming, intergenerational story about an awkward young boy who finds his hockey chutzpah at a PeeWee tournament. Tommy goes from timid observer to essential player - as we readers cheer him on! Illustrated by Zachary Pullen whose inimitable style blends perfectly with Zachary Hyman's inspiring text.

Reviews

“In hockey, there is a tradition: win or lose, you rise to the challenge .... the story has an ingenuous wisdom. A fine look into hockey's heart.” - Kirkus Reviews 


"Hockey Hero .... is a fun story written with a lot of heart .... For those who enjoy stories of underdogs, family traditions, and sporting events (particularly hockey-related), Hockey Hero will be an entertaining and inspiring read." - CM Magazine

Author

ZACHARY HYMAN is a Canadian professional hockey player who previously played with the Toronto Maple Leafs and is currently with the Edmonton Oilers. He is the author of Hockey Hero and The Bambino and Me, two inspiring sports-themed picture books. The Magician's Secret is his third book for children. View titles by Zachary Hyman