The Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Team cover

The Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Team

Author: Macnow, Glen

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.9
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 4266
Points per Word 0.000234
Page Count 48
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book traces the history of the National Hockey League team that earned the nickname "The Broad Street Bullies" in the 1970s for its rough play.

Quick Summary

The Philadelphia Flyers come alive in this action-packed look at the team that earned the fearsome nickname "Broad Street Bullies" for their hard-hitting, no-nonsense style of play that dominated the ice in the 1970s. Young readers will dive into the stories of legendary fights, championship victories, and the unstoppable determination that made the Flyers one of the most memorable teams in hockey history. If your kid loves the gutsy teamwork and rivalries in Mike Lupica's sports stories or enjoys reading about underdog teams that refuse to back down, they'll be hooked on this fast-paced hockey history. Perfect for kids in grades 4-7 who enjoy sports books with plenty of personality and edge.