This story of the first black hockey player in the National Hockey League includes information about black history in Canada and some history about the hockey leagues of black communities. Willie O’ Ree‘s grandparents came to Canada by the underground railroad, to flee slavery. His family was one of two black families in Fredricton NB and the book tells the story of Willie’s journey from childhood to the NHL. The book is small in size and a quick read which includes several pictures. This book is nominated for a Red Cedar Award. I would highly recommend this book to hockey fans and those interested in the history of human rights.
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