Book Information

  • Series: Lorimer Recordbooks
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 20 January 2014
  • Copyright Year: 2014
  • ISBN: 9781459406353
  • Dimensions: 0" x 0"
  • Interest ages: 12-18

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9781459406353
$37.80 CAD

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Recordbooks Winter Olympics Set

by James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers

With the Olympic buzz in the air, what better way to engage reluctant readers than through sports non-fiction? This four-book set features Winter Olympic sports and athletes. Learn about how Canadian athletes have overcome obstacles to reach the podium!
Set contains four paperbacks from the Recordbooks series: Long Shot: How the Winnipeg Falcons won the first Olympic hockey gold; Winning Gold:Canada's incredible 2002 Olympic victory in women's hockey; Fighting for Gold: The story of Canada's sledge hockey Paralympic Gold; and Crazy Canucks: The uphill battle of Canada's downhill ski team.
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 / Sports & Recreation / Hockey, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Sports & Recreation / Olympics & Paralympics, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Sports & Recreation / Winter Sports

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