Hockey Night in Kenya

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Price
$7.95  $7.39
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Publish Date
Pages
104
Dimensions
5.2 X 7.4 X 0.4 inches | 0.25 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9781459823617

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About the Author
Eric Walters began writing in 1993 as a way to entice his grade five students into becoming more interested in reading and writing. Walters has now published over 120 novels and picture books. His novels have become bestsellers, been translated into sixteen languages, and won over one hundred awards, including ten Forest of Reading awards and the 2020 Governor General's Literary Award. He conceived of the I Read Canadian Day and is a tireless presenter, speaking to over 100,000 students per year across North America. In 2014, Walters was named a Member of The Order of Canada. He lives in Guelph, Ontario, with his wife, Anita, and they have three grown children - Christina, Nicholas, and Julia - and six grandchildren.

Danson Mutinda's parents, Ruth and Henry Kyatha, co-founded the Hope Development Centre orphanage with Eric and Anita Walters in 2007. When Henry passed away, Dansen became patron of the program. He and his co-author, Eric Walters, worked together to write this story of two energetic and joyful children who are based on many of the children they work with at the centre. Danson lives in Kikima, Kenya, on the grounds of the orphanage.

Claudia Dávila writes, illustrates and designs books for kids of all ages including Bus to the Badlands and Ghost of the Mill House in the Orca Echoes line. She is passionate about stories and themes that encourage children to be strong, thoughtful, compassionate and responsible people. Claudia lives in Toronto.

Reviews
★ "This simple story of discovery, sport, and friendship is filled with likable characters and innocently joyful moments...Delightful."-- "Kirkus Reviews, starred review"
"I quite enjoyed this book about Kitoo and his friend best Nigosi. The pair have a great friendship, encouraging each other to be the best, while embracing their differences and their similarities."-- "Book Time blog"
"Offers a good starting point for children in learning about and discussing different cultures. Playful black and white, full and half-page illustrations provide moments to stop and reflect upon the boys' life, friendship and adventures. Recommended."-- "CM: Canadian Review of Materials"
"Uplifting and welcome. The book allows young readers to learn about life in an orphanage in rural Kenya."-- "Sal's Fiction Addiction"