With vibrant illustrations that bring the action alive, and A-Z poems that describe the basic elements of the sport, the bestselling Z is for Zamboni: A Hockey Alphabet is now in a new boardbook format, accessible to even the youngest of hockey fans.
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Kindergarten-Grade 4-From "A is for Arena./The game is played in here,/a building where the fans all gather/to clap and boo and cheer" to "-Zamboni for Z-/a machine that cleans the ice,/ensuring for tomorrow's game/a surface smooth and nice," this volume introduces various aspects of the sport and some highlights from its history. For example, "U is for Team USA-/Who, to everyone's surprise,/at Lake Placid won Olympic Gold/before a nation filled with pride." The use of Canadian spelling, according to the author, is a tribute to the origins of the game. Bold acrylic paintings depict professional players, as well as youngsters at play. Buy where demand warrants.
L. R. Little, Penticton Public Library, British Columbia, Canada
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
L. R. Little, Penticton Public Library, British Columbia, Canada
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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By Gin
Format:Board book
I bought this book... and after reading the description here, I must have gotten the only copy which doesn't rhyme.
"A is for Arena the game is played in here." That's it.
"Z is for Zamboni, a machine that cleans the ice." that's it.
"Equipment is the word we shall choose for E". That's it.
No rhymes. Pretty bland, probably best for an older kid.
"A is for Arena the game is played in here." That's it.
"Z is for Zamboni, a machine that cleans the ice." that's it.
"Equipment is the word we shall choose for E". That's it.
No rhymes. Pretty bland, probably best for an older kid.
By Noelle
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was anxiously awaiting the arrival of this book only to be disappointed by the awkward language and lack of rhymes. The illustrations are interesting, but that's pretty much all this book has going for it.
By Mizzmathieu
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a such a sweet book. Gives great detail of the game through the alphabet. I purchased this book because my son loves zamboni's but once we read the book together he got excited to see all the different aspects of the game.
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Excellent board book
This is a great simple A-Z board book which is a must have for tiny hockey fans. The illustrations are great, and as others have said, the history and information is gives are... Read more
Published on Feb 23 2011 by K. Parker
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Great boardbook version
Although this text does not have the full text version, being a board book allows it to be shared over and over again with little ones who love hockey! Great book.
Published on April 13 2009 by Loves to Read
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Who wouldn't love a book with a zamboni on the cover?
Here's a sweet idea and a wonderful book for teachers to use in their classrooms. I recommend it to my teachers (who are Canadian teachers working in London, England) and it's a... Read more
Published on Oct 3 2008 by Victoria Westcott
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A Hard-Hitting Winner!
This book hit me hard. It is an absolute joy to read. I originally bought it as an afterthought to add to a display of Canadian themed books for my students to read in their spare... Read more
Published on Aug 19 2005 by Mandi MacLennan
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Not just a children's book
This is a must for any hockey fan with children. Not only is it a traditional ABC's book, it also teaches about the history of hockey and helps people of all ages get a better... Read more
Published on July 8 2003
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Grade Four Highview Public School
Yesterday we read the book called Z is for Zamboni in our grade four class. It was a good book. We enjoyed reading the book and learning more information about hockey. Read more
Published on Jan 16 2003 by kim mako
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Z for Zamboni receives and A+ from us!
My 4 year old "hockey-nut" son absolutely adores this book. It makes bedtime easier because he knows we get to read this book. Read more
Published on Jan 1 2003 by "swanny70"
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Jesus has nothing on this book
i have read many books in my time. Everything from mad amagazine to the compact edition of the oxford english dictionary. Read more
Published on Dec 3 2002
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A is for AMAZING!
In his incredible debut to the world of children's books, Matt Napier manages to bring to life one of the world's greatest sports with both vivacity and ingenuity. Read more
Published on Dec 3 2002 by b4th
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Blown Away
Wow. That's all that comes to mind after reading this humdinger. My new wife Jan and I could not get enough of this book. We read it to our daughter Carly about once a week. Read more
Published on Dec 3 2002 by Peter Obradovich
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