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Goodnight Hockey
From the first puck drop to the final buzzer, Goodnight Hockey will have every hockey fan cheering. A perfect story for bedtime and budding sports fans.
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2015
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Michael Dahl
558 books155 followersMichael Dahl is the author of over 200 books for children and young adults, including the acclaimed Finnegan Zwake mystery series and The Library of Doom. His works have earned Edgar and Anthony Award nominations and national design honors. As Editorial Director at Stone Arch Books, he champions engaging, award-winning stories that inspire young readers everywhere.
He also writes under aliases Chris Carey, Rick Thomas, and Mark Ziegler.
He also writes under aliases Chris Carey, Rick Thomas, and Mark Ziegler.
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January 1, 2021
Might do well with kids, but as a parent I am underwhelmed.
Prime Reading copy
Prime Reading copy
August 2, 2015
4.5 stars.
I love hockey. I mean, being from Chicago you pretty much have to. (Go Blackhawks!) I had to give this picture book a read- it looked too adorable to pass up. I'm really glad I did. This book is absolutely perfect for little sports fans everywhere.
First, I have to say that this book is just cute. From cover to cover and everything in between, this book is just adorable. This book tells the story of a little hockey fan enjoying a hockey game and all the hype and excitement of a home team victory.
The illustrations are really well done and detailed, with bright colors. They go well with the story that's being told, and do well to keep your attention on the story. Also, and this was a pleasant surprise, it rhymes. That made me really happy, and added another level cute to the whole reading experience.
It has come to my attention that this book is a part of the Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Book series. I haven't read any of the other ones, but having read Goodnight, Hockey, I know that will definitely change in the future. As the publishers agree, I'd recommend this for younger sports fans, aged roughly 4-7.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review. This review can also be found on my blog, Bitches n Prose.
I love hockey. I mean, being from Chicago you pretty much have to. (Go Blackhawks!) I had to give this picture book a read- it looked too adorable to pass up. I'm really glad I did. This book is absolutely perfect for little sports fans everywhere.
First, I have to say that this book is just cute. From cover to cover and everything in between, this book is just adorable. This book tells the story of a little hockey fan enjoying a hockey game and all the hype and excitement of a home team victory.
The illustrations are really well done and detailed, with bright colors. They go well with the story that's being told, and do well to keep your attention on the story. Also, and this was a pleasant surprise, it rhymes. That made me really happy, and added another level cute to the whole reading experience.
It has come to my attention that this book is a part of the Sports Illustrated Kids Bedtime Book series. I haven't read any of the other ones, but having read Goodnight, Hockey, I know that will definitely change in the future. As the publishers agree, I'd recommend this for younger sports fans, aged roughly 4-7.
I received a copy in exchange for my honest review. This review can also be found on my blog, Bitches n Prose.
February 11, 2017
Super cute book about hockey! Our family loves the Blackhawks and this book didn't disappoint. I loved the end when the boy said "Goodnight ice, goodnight team." my boys loved it. Did I mention the illustrations are awesome!
February 4, 2017
So cute! Had to read it.
February 29, 2020
(for some reason on Goodreads, there is not a KINDLE option, not sure why? that is how i read each and every one of these??! odd??!) (i guess the soccer one is the only one i have yet to read, so i am going to organize which i prefer to the others, that does not mean i don't enjoy/love them all .. 1st football, then hockey and followed by the baseball one, i wonder where the soccer one will fall for me?) i will say that baseball is my favorite sport if i have to pick one ...but these books if you are picking a fave from them ... "Goodnight Football" and "Goodnight Hockey" the illustrations are so much cooler in them verses the baseball one .. just saying .. maybe it is the colors used or pictures displayed and whatnot??! so amazing either way ... well done!
June 7, 2020
Cute Story For Young Hockey Fans
I'll admit: I know next to nothing about hockey other than the immense talent it must take to play it. However, I have a young family member who is obsessed with hockey, and I read this book to see if it's a good fit for them. I can say without a doubt that it is. The art is beautiful and the story has a nice rhyming scheme for a bedtime book. It even manages to tell a story, albeit a very basic one, about a family attending a hockey game in which their home team wins the game. Definitely a worthy addition to the bedtime rotation of any young hockey fan - or aspiring young player.
I'll admit: I know next to nothing about hockey other than the immense talent it must take to play it. However, I have a young family member who is obsessed with hockey, and I read this book to see if it's a good fit for them. I can say without a doubt that it is. The art is beautiful and the story has a nice rhyming scheme for a bedtime book. It even manages to tell a story, albeit a very basic one, about a family attending a hockey game in which their home team wins the game. Definitely a worthy addition to the bedtime rotation of any young hockey fan - or aspiring young player.
February 21, 2018
This picture book takes the reader through a hockey game as seen from a child and then the child says goodbye to differn't parts of the game on the journey home. simple yet explains the game well. toddler and up
July 8, 2018
Need a break from Goodnight Moon? This is the perfect story to share at bedtime with the little hockey fans in your life. Illustrations are fantastic – especially loved the one where the puck “flies like a rocket” as it looks like it is going to soar right off the page.
October 30, 2018
Good bedtime ready for any young hockey fan
My 6 year old who loves hockey really enjoyed this story. The end reminded me a little bit of Goodnight Moon which he loved as a toddler.
My 6 year old who loves hockey really enjoyed this story. The end reminded me a little bit of Goodnight Moon which he loved as a toddler.
December 27, 2018
Very good 👍I really liked it
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March 4, 2019
Good Kid's Hockey Book
As I explore hockey books for my 8 year old, I may have found a cute book for my 12 month old to read in a few years. So I shall look up Michael Dahl when the time comes. It is very well written for a child and engaging and it took me there...
As I explore hockey books for my 8 year old, I may have found a cute book for my 12 month old to read in a few years. So I shall look up Michael Dahl when the time comes. It is very well written for a child and engaging and it took me there...
December 25, 2022
This is the book I'm reading my [non-existent] kids before bed every time we get home from a B.C., B.U., or Bruins game. The only thing I'd add is some faces that look like me, especially since this is a Sports Illustrated book.
February 20, 2024
This is a nice rhyming picture book that take the reader from watching the game to saying goodbye and goodnight. A nice one to share during storytime, but we ran out of time this storytime session.
2024 storytime theme: Hockey
Reviewed from a library copy.
2024 storytime theme: Hockey
Reviewed from a library copy.
November 21, 2016
Hockey is fun!! A fun book about Hockey! Nice pictures...and one of the team uniforms looks suspiciously like abstract Maple Leaf Uniforms...odd!! or not! Fun one! Going on my recommendation list!!
July 6, 2017
Very fun book to read, and great illustrations to accompany the prose.
Would definitely reccomend.
Would definitely reccomend.
July 21, 2017
Very cute book - reminiscent of Goodnight Moon. I bought it for a dedicated hockey fan for her baby shower. She loved it and actually cried when she read it!!
November 26, 2017
Good book
Good book for young children learning more about the basics of hockey. We absolutely enjoy reading to our baby each night.
Good book for young children learning more about the basics of hockey. We absolutely enjoy reading to our baby each night.
November 24, 2018
Wonderful!
A great little book that captures the fun of hockey! I definitely recommend it for any hockey family! Check it out!
A great little book that captures the fun of hockey! I definitely recommend it for any hockey family! Check it out!
March 30, 2019
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Crib sheet is in my t it looks perfect condition so much do me plan my of to play to
Crib sheet is in my t it looks perfect condition so much do me plan my of to play to
January 3, 2020
Hockey stories
My kid loves this book. Great read for little hockey players. I recommend this book to all the littles to read.
My kid loves this book. Great read for little hockey players. I recommend this book to all the littles to read.
March 30, 2023
This is a nice series for kids who like sports.
November 20, 2024
Cute. A little predictable by the author's bias; I had a feeling the Wolves would win
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January 30, 2025
Cute rhymes, nice illustrations. Fun to read after having attended a real hockey game
February 2, 2025
Cute board book. Perfect for hockey kids and lovers.
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July 15, 20250/5 didn’t mention chirps (jk it’s our new fav)
October 23, 2025
This is a cute hockey book which sounds like Goodnight Moon in parts of it.
August 23, 2019
I read the this with my youngest daughter and she rated it 4 stars. We love hockey and it captures that childlike joy at falling in love with sports.
September 16, 2017
Cute, colorful, and engaging! Goodnight Hockey is not just for sports fans, but for any child who likes a bit of excitement before bedtime!
I received a copy of this book from Capstone via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy of this book from Capstone via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
May 3, 2015
Following in the footsteps of their previous sports related bedtime story, Goodnight Baseball and Goodnight Football (which I reviewed here almost a year ago), Michael Dahl and Christina Forshay bring hockey fans their very own goodnight story, Goodnight Hockey. The season for these young fans will not begin until October 7th, but they can fall asleep to and dream about their favorite team starting August 1st when this title will become available. You can pre-order now from Amazon or Barnes & Noble.
I have to admit, I have never been to a hockey game. I live in Texas. Our sport is football. However we do have some very dedicated hockey fans here. The Dallas Stars have won seven division championships, won the Presidents' Trophy and the Conference Championship on two occasions, and dare we forget they won the Stanley Cup in the 1998-99 season! They are in the top ten when it comes to arena size (19,200 capacity at the American Airlines Center), so we MUST have a decent number of fans.
I believe Goodnight Hockey will become the favorite bedtime story of young goaltenders, wingers, centers, and defencemen. The colorful illustrations and rhyming text will inspire wonderful dreams of pucks sliding across the ice, slapshots, hattricks, and last second winning scores.
I have to admit, I have never been to a hockey game. I live in Texas. Our sport is football. However we do have some very dedicated hockey fans here. The Dallas Stars have won seven division championships, won the Presidents' Trophy and the Conference Championship on two occasions, and dare we forget they won the Stanley Cup in the 1998-99 season! They are in the top ten when it comes to arena size (19,200 capacity at the American Airlines Center), so we MUST have a decent number of fans.
I believe Goodnight Hockey will become the favorite bedtime story of young goaltenders, wingers, centers, and defencemen. The colorful illustrations and rhyming text will inspire wonderful dreams of pucks sliding across the ice, slapshots, hattricks, and last second winning scores.
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