Book details

  • Genre:children's fiction
  • Sub-genre:Sports & Recreation / Hockey
  • Age Range (years):2 - 6
  • Language:English
  • Pages:40
  • Hardcover ISBN:9798992803600

Tuck the Puck

A Hockey Adventure

By Kaylie Globke

Overview

SLAP! TINK! CLANG! Tuck the Puck is the center of all things hockey. Whether it's trips, hockey rituals, lingo and sounds, the game wouldn't exist without him. He even appears at the Stanley Cup finals and Olympic gold medal games. Read along in this relatable rhythmic tale that will have you chanting loud words and finding out where Tuck leads you in this hockey adventure!

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Description

SLAP! TINK! CLANG! Tuck the Puck is the center of all things hockey. Whether it's trips, hockey rituals, lingo and sounds, the game wouldn't exist without him. He even appears at the Stanley Cup finals and Olympic gold medal games. Tuck comes to life in this rhythmic tale through moments we are most familiar with. Whether it's crucial game winning goals, street hockey or given to players for hat tricks, Tuck's fun character reminds us of his importance to the game, unifying us all. He is quite the crowd stirrer that will have you reminiscing on your favorite hockey moments, big or small. Tuck the Puck strengthens family bonds through a playfulness that's loud, silly and fun. The beautiful bold illustrations capture the details of hockey, immersing you in the most realistic, heartfelt and passionate experience. Tuck the Puck is an enjoyable read for parents and kids alike. The creative imagery and elite players highlight the games intensity, telling the story of a puck like you have never seen before. Join Tuck and find out where he leads you in this hockey adventure!

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About The Author

Raised in rural Canadian town of Killaloe, Ontario, with a population of 700 people, Kaylie Globke began playing hockey at age seven leading to a lifelong passion for the sport. Skating on outdoor rinks and joining teams, often as the only girl until age 14, she saw the game evolve sparking her competitive drive. At age 15, she joined the German Black Eagles to play in her first Opeongo Heritage Cup tournament in her local community of Barry's Bay, Ontario. Globke has returned to play in this annual event since. The tournament organizes teams based on player heritage. In grade 12, she moved to Rockland, Ontario, to attend the Canadian International Hockey Academy boarding school. The following year, she accepted an offer to play for Carleton University's women's varsity hockey team while obtaining a bachelor's degree in communications. In her fourth year, she joined Athletes in Action, a Christian organization led by a couple who shared the good news of Jesus. Globke accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior, making a life-changing impact through the game she loves most. After graduation, she went on to play hockey overseas in the Swedish Women's Hockey League (SDHL) Division 1 for one year before returning to the Government of Canada Public Service workforce. Not long after her return, she accepted an offer to work on one of North America's largest infrastructure projects, the Gordie Howe International Bridge with the Communications and Stakeholder Relations teams. During this time, she met her husband, Al, while the two volunteered with Hockey Ministries International at Adrian College, home of the Bulldogs. Both Globke's personal and professional passions have launched her into this next chapter as a children's picture book author. She resides in Michigan with her husband, two sons and dog, with aspirations to have more children in their hockey line-up. She currently plays in the top division of the Michigan Senior Women's Hockey League for the Bulldogs. The teams in Tuck the Puck highlight Globke's journey between two nations that hold special meaning in her life. Her family, hometown roots and team inspired Tuck the Puck.
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