Book Information

  • Series: Lorimer Recordbooks
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 20 January 2014
  • Copyright Year: 2014
  • ISBN: 9781459406346
  • Dimensions: 0" x 0"
  • Interest ages: 12-18

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9781459406346
$37.80 CAD

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Black History Sports Heroes Set

by James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers

Celebrate Black History Month with Canadian content! This four-book set from our Recordbooks series highlights contributions made by athletes to Canadian society and sports. Give children positive images of sports heroes promoting tolerance and acceptance in professional sports!
Set contains four paperbacks in the Recordbooks series: Willie O'Ree: The story of the first black hockey player in the NHL; Jarome Iginla: How the NHL's first black captain gives back; Big League Dreams: Baseball Hall of Fame's first African-Canadian, Fergie Jenkins; and Choice of Colours: The pioneering African-American quarterbacks who changed the face of football.
Each title is designed specifically for reluctant readers with short chapters, black-and-white photos, and informative sidebars that explain key sports concepts. Ages 12+, RL 3.0-4.9.

About the Author

James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Prejudice & Racism, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Sports & Recreation / Baseball & Softball, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Sports & Recreation / Hockey

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