In the middle of the ice, a young Black hockey player finds joy in his talent and confidence in the…
cheers of his family, his coach, and the other players. Their support gives him the power to face down those who see him as a threat and to focus on the thrill of the game. For grades 1-4.
Biography, General non-fiction, Science and technology, Women biography, Animals and wildlife, Canadian authors (Non-fiction)
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
"Hope Swinimer is the well-known founder of Hope for Wildlife, a wildlife rescue in Seaforth, Nova Scotia, that has cared…
for over 80,000 injured and orphaned animals since 1997. This inspiring book for young readers celebrates Hope's life story (so far0, and her incredible commitment to helping wildlife. With charming full-colour illustrations, She is Hope for Wildlife tells the incredible real-life story of a young girl who dreamed of creating a place where people and wildlife lived without fear of each other. Follow Hope's journey as she builds Hope for Wildlife from the ground up, overcoming many obstacles--and saving many animals--along the way, from Zorro the skunk to Bobbi the robin to Gretel the pine marten."--Page 4 of cover