The Ultimate Book of Hockey Trivia for Kids

The Ultimate Book of Hockey Trivia for Kids combines three previously published volumes into a comprehensive collection of hockey facts and statistics. The book features illustrations by Bill Dickson and Lorna Bennett. This compilation covers the history of North American ice hockey from its early days to modern times. The content spans National Hockey League teams, notable players, Stanley Cup history, and significant games and events. The book presents trivia in an accessible format for young readers while maintaining appeal for adult hockey enthusiasts. The information ranges from basic facts to obscure details that appeal to dedicated fans. The book stands as a reference work that celebrates hockey culture and history through its extensive collection of facts, serving both educational and entertainment purposes.

Readers describe this book as an engaging collection of hockey trivia that appeals to both children and adults. Parents mention it helps initiate conversations about hockey history with their kids. Liked: - Mix of easy and challenging questions - Historical facts and player statistics - Clear organization by topic - Useful for family game nights and road trips - Appropriate for ages 8-14 Disliked: - Some facts focused too heavily on Canadian teams - A few outdated statistics (book published in 2004) - Questions can be repetitive in certain sections Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (8 ratings) Amazon.ca: 4.3/5 (6 ratings) One parent reviewer noted: "My 10-year-old son reads a few pages every night before bed and quizzes me on the facts." Another mentioned: "Would prefer more questions about current NHL players rather than historical ones."

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🏒 Eric Zweig has written over 40 books about sports history and statistics, establishing himself as a leading authority on hockey literature for young readers. 🏆 The book combines material from "Hockey Trivia for Kids," "Hockey Trivia for Kids 2," and "Hockey Trivia for Kids 3," which were originally published separately. ⭐ Bill Dickson, one of the book's illustrators, is renowned for his sports cartoons and has contributed to numerous hockey publications including The Hockey News. 🎯 The author spent several years working for Dan Diamond & Associates, the company responsible for publishing the NHL Official Guide & Record Book. 🌟 The collection covers hockey history from the 1800s through the modern NHL era, including the Original Six teams, expansion franchises, and notable achievements from both men's and women's hockey.