Home Ice Rivals

Name: Home Ice Rivals
ISBN: 9781496599216

by Jake Maddox

When Benny's family moves, he's heartbroken to leave his lake hockey behind. But a local tournament offers a chance to rally his friends, prove himself, and even take on his older sister's team on the

About This Book

Jake Maddox's 'Home Ice Rivals' is a fast-paced chapter book that tackles the emotional challenges of moving, sibling dynamics, and the power of friendship through the exciting world of pond hockey. Young readers will follow Benny Krueger as he grapples with leaving his old life, navigates his older sister's teasing, and finds his footing in a new community by forming a team for a local tournament. It's an engaging story for children aged 7-10, offering relatable themes of self-confidence, teamwork, and resilience, all wrapped in an action-packed sports narrative.

"Benny Krueger loves playing hockey with his friends on the lake by his home. So when his parents announce that they have to move, it breaks his heart. Even worse, Benny's older sister loves to embarrass him at the rink. When he learns about a pond hockey tournament being held near his house, he rallies his friends to take on his sister's team"--Back cover

Concepts

Sadness & Grief Loneliness & Belonging Self-Confidence & Identity Resilience & Perseverance Love & Family Friendship & Loyalty Teamwork & Collaboration Joy & Gratitude Moving Sibling Rivalry Making Friends Growing Up Sports Friendship & Social Family & Siblings

Heads up, parents

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Discussion Prompts

How did Benny feel about moving? Have you ever had to move or leave something you loved behind?

How did Benny's sister make him feel? How can we deal with siblings or friends who tease us?

What does it mean to be a good teammate? How did Benny show good teamwork?

What did Benny learn about himself by the end of the story?

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