Synopsis
Gaylord Powless was playing lacrosse by the age of three. His father was a famous player who taught Gaylord everything he knew. But Gaylord's tremendous skill and native ancestry made him a target on and off the lacrosse floor. Gaylord learned that the best revenge was to improve his game. He became a standard for sportsmanship and skill, and a pioneer in promoting equality for Canadian athletes of all ethnic backgrounds.
Awards
Commended - Best Books for Children & Teens 2009, Canadian Children's Book Centre
About the Series
The Recordbooks series helps new and struggling readers learn and understand the history and social issues through the lives of Canadian sporting heroes. Tackling issues such as racism and gender conflict, these books provide historical context by telling the often-heroic story of how an athlete or a team worked to change attitudes around them. Short chapters, easy-to-read format, black and white photos, and sports trivia make for an engaging read.
There are 23 titles available in this series, 11 of which have won awards. Contact New Readers Bookstore for more details on other available titles.
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