Northern Star
by Lorna Schultz Nicholson
Inspired by the career of NHL star Jordin Tootoo, this book follows one exceptional player's journey towards hockey greatness.
An Indigenous teen hockey star from the Northwest Territories rises to fame but struggles with losing his sense of self as others see only his talent, not the person behind it.
About the Author
LORNA SCHULTZ NICHOLSON has written picture books, middle grade and YA fiction, and non-fiction. She has also written, produced, and hosted programs for television and radio, and is well known for her sports writing. Lorna regularly visits schools to share her passion for literacy with students. She lives in Edmonton.
Subjects (BISAC)
JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Peer Pressure, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance, JUVENILE FICTION / Sports & Recreation / Hockey
Subjects
Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Fiction: Bullying & Conflict, Juvenile Fiction: Indigenous, Juvenile Fiction: Prejudice, Juvenile Fiction: Realistic Fiction, Juvenile Fiction: Sports, Juvenile Fiction: Sports: Hockey
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