Henry Holton Takes the Ice

Henry Holton Takes the Ice by Sandra Bradley is a vibrant picture book published by Penguin Group (USA) Incorporated in 2015. This 40-page edition, written in English, follows the journey of Henry Holton, a boy who feels out of place in his hockey-loving family. While his relatives are passionate about the sport, Henry struggles with hockey and finds his true passion in ice dancing after witnessing a performance that inspires him to explore a different path on the ice.
Readers will discover themes of family dynamics and self-discovery as Henry navigates his desire to pursue figure skating instead of hockey. The story addresses social themes relevant to children, encouraging them to embrace their individuality. With its engaging narrative, this book presents a lively exploration of sports and recreation, making it a delightful addition to any young reader’s collection.
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A lively hockey and ice dancing picture book in the tradition of Billy Elliot and The Sissy Duckling
Henry Holton’s whole family is hockey mad. Everyone, that is, except Henry. When he holds a hockey stick, Henry becomes a menace to the game–and an embarrassment to his sports-minded family. It’s not until he sees his first ice dancing performance that Henry realizes there’s something he can do on the ice that doesn’t involve boarding and body checking. Henry is ready to hang up his gear and try on some figure skates, but first he has to convince his hockey-obsessed family to let him follow his own path.
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