| Lucy Tries Luge Contributor(s): Bowes, Lisa (Author), Hearne, James (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1459810198 ISBN-13: 9781459810198 Publisher: Orca Book Publishers OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Winter Sports - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - New Experience - Juvenile Fiction | Health & Daily Living - General |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2015934242 |
| Lexile Measure: 510 |
| Series: Lucy Tries Sports |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.9" W x 8.9" (0.35 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 181491 Reading Level: 1.8 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Lucy has a new luge sled, but she isn't sure about this unique sliding sport. You have to lie on your back and steer with your legs? The luge track's twists and turns look pretty scary too. But with her parents' support and a bit of courage, Lucy jumps on her sled for a speedy adventure Lucy Tries Luge is the first book in the Lucy Tries Sports series, which aims to promote physical literacy and encourage young readers to get involved in sports. Research shows that developing fundamental movement and sport skills at a young age benefits kids for their entire lives, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle. Lisa Bowes developed her stories around the HIGH FIVE principles of healthy child development needed for quality programs, including the support of a caring adult, the opportunity to participate, to play, to make friends and to master skills. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hearne, James: - James Hearne is an internationally recognized illustrator and graphic designer. He lives in Calgary.Bowes, Lisa: - Lisa Bowes is a sports journalist and media consultant. While working for CBC, she was nominated for a Gemini Award for Best Writing in an Information Program or Series. She is a Physical Education graduate who is passionate about encouraging children and families to be active. Lisa lives in Calgary. |