Book is in French
Manon's fingers itched to hold a hockey stick. In her hometown of Lac-Beauport, Quebec, Canada, much like everywhere else in the country, hockey was a boy's sport. But one day, Manon takes the plunge and asks her father if she can play goalie in a game. Will he say yes? Will this be the start of a remarkable journey for this young dreamer? There's no telling what can happen when you dare to break the ice!
This inspiring true story based on the life and career of Manon Rhéaume highlights the journey of a young girl's path to becoming the first woman to play in a North American pro-sports leagues. The charming illustrations and moving storyline will delight hockey lovers and Canadians alike.
You'll find a letter from Manon at the end of the book.
Author - Angie Bullaro
Illustrator - C. F. Payne
Number of Pages - 40
Format - Soft cover
Publisher - Editions Scholastic
Published - 2021-02-02
