Hockey Sobre Hielo

Every four years, the international Winter Olympic Games amaze and inspire the world. This revised sports series, translated into North American Spanish, introduces elementary-level readers to eight competitive snow and ice events, from skiing and skating to curling and snowboarding. Action photos and straightforward text examine the featured event's Olympic history, equipment, modes of play, and select medalists. Also includes a brief biography of a notable athlete or team. Celebrate the international Winter Olympic Games with this elementary-level introduction to ice hockey, the amazing team sport known for its pucks and sticks. Young fans will learn about the Olympic sport's history, equipment, rules, and select athletes and medalists, all while being immersed in the competition through high-quality action photos. Also included in this revised edition, translated into North American Spanish, is a glossary, websites, an index, and an exciting story about the rivalry between the U.S. and Canadian women's ice hockey teams.