Description
Les orphelins kényans Kitoo et Nigosi occupent leurs journées à étudier, à jouer au soccer, à participer aux tâches de l’orphelinat et à lire les livres de la sélection bien limitée de leur bibliothèque. Quand la bibliothécaire offre à Kitoo un exemplaire de Les sports dans le monde, le garçon est fasciné par une image de l’équipe canadienne masculine de hockey sur glace. Par un heureux hasard, Kitoo trouve une paire de vieux patins à roues alignées tout abîmés. Il apprend par lui-même à patiner, et rêve de jouer un jour au hockey comme les hommes dans son livre. Mais il est impossible de jouer au hockey sur glace au Kenya, n’est-ce pas ?
Cet ouvrage en format ePub est entièrement accessible. Également disponible sous le titre Hockey Night in Kenya en anglais.
Author Bio
Danson Mutinda’s parents, Ruth and Henry Kyatha, co-founded the Hope Development Centre orphanage with Eric and Anita Walters in 2007. When Henry passed away, Danson became patron of the program. He and his co-author, Eric Walters, worked together to write this story of two energetic and joyful children who are based on many of the children they work with at the centre. Danson lives in Kikima, Kenya, on the grounds of the orphanage.
Eric Walters is a Member of the Order of Canada and the author of over 130 books that have collectively won more than 100 awards, including the Governor General’s Literary Award for The King of Jam Sandwiches. A former teacher, Eric began writing as a way to get his fifth-grade students interested in reading and writing. Eric is a tireless presenter, speaking to over one hundred thousand students per year in schools across the country. He lives in Guelph, Ontario.
Claudia Dávila writes, illustrates and designs books for kids of all ages including Bus to the Badlands and Ghost of the Mill House in the Orca Echoes line. She is passionate about stories and themes that encourage children to be strong, thoughtful, compassionate and responsible people. Claudia lives in Toronto.
Over the past twenty years, Rachel Martinez has published more than eighty translations in various genres for renowned French-speaking publishers, including novels, biographies, essays and children's literature. She was part of the advisory board of the Banff International Literary Translation Center from 2017 until its dissolution in 2019, and served for several years on the board of directors of the Literary Translators Association of Canada. A mention on the 2014 Honor List of the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) and the 2017 Quebec Booksellers Prize (in the 12-17 years old, outside Quebec category) are among the marks of recognition she has received. In 2005, Rachel won the Canadian Governor General's Award in French translation for Glenn Gould, une vie by Kevin Bazzana and was a finalist in 2013 and 2015.
Review Quotes
“I quite enjoyed this book about Kitoo and his friend best Nigosi. The pair have a great friendship, encouraging each other to be the best, while embracing their differences and their similarities.”
— Book Time“Uplifting and welcome. The book allows young readers to learn about life in an orphanage in rural Kenya.”
— Sal's Fiction Addiction★ “This simple story of discovery, sport, and friendship is filled with likable characters and innocently joyful moments...Delightful.”
— Kirkus Reviews, starred review“Provides readers with opportunities to reflect on their own goals. The theme of this story highlights the importance of how our attitudes are influenced not only by ourselves, but also by the support we have around us.”
— BC Books for Schools“Offers a good starting point for children in learning about and discussing different cultures. Playful black and white, full and half-page illustrations provide moments to stop and reflect upon the boys’ life, friendship and adventures. Recommended.”
— CM: Canadian Review of MaterialsBiographical note
Danson Mutinda’s parents, Ruth and Henry Kyatha, cofounded the Hope Development Centre orphanage with Eric and Anita Walters in 2007. When Henry passed away, Danson became patron of the program. He and his coauthor, Eric Walters, worked together to write this story of two energetic and joyful children who are based on many of the children they work with at the centre. He lives in Kikima, Kenya, on the grounds of the orphanage.
Eric Walters began writing as a way to get his fifth-grade students interested in reading and writing. A Member of the Order of Canada, he has now published more than 100 novels and picture books. He is a tireless presenter, speaking to over 100,000 students per year in schools across Canada. He lives in Guelph, Ontario.
Claudia Dávila writes, illustrates and designs books for kids of all ages including Bus to the Badlands and Ghost of the Mill House in the Orca Echoes line. She is passionate about stories and themes that encourage children to be strong, thoughtful, compassionate and responsible people. Claudia lives in Toronto.
Biographical note
Danson Mutinda est le fils de Ruth et Henry Kyatha, qui ont cofondé l’orphelinat Hope Development Centre avec Eric et Anita Walters en 2007. Au décès de Henry, Danson est devenu président d’honneur du programme. Son coauteur, Eric Walters, et lui se sont inspirés de l’histoire de plusieurs enfants fréquentant le Centre pour raconter celle de deux garçons énergiques et joyeux. Danson vit à Kikima, au Kenya, sur le site de l’orphelinat.
Eric Walters est membre de l’Ordre du Canada et auteur de plus de 125 livres ayant remporté plus de 100 distinctions, dont le Prix littéraire du Gouverneur général pour The King of Jam Sandwiches. Auparavant professeur, Eric s’est lancé dans la littérature jeunesse afin d’intéresser ses élèves de 5e année à la lecture et à l’écriture. Conférencier infatigable, Eric s’adresse chaque année à plus de 100 000 jeunes lors de ses tournées scolaires, dans tout le pays. Il vit à Guelph, en Ontario.
Claudia Dávila écrit et illustre des livres pour les enfants de tous les âges (en plus d’en faire la conception graphique), notamment Bus to the Badlands et Ghost of the Mill House, dans la collection Orca Échos. Elle se passionne pour les histoires et les thèmes qui encouragent les jeunes à être des personnes fortes, attentives, bienveillantes et responsables. Claudia vit à Toronto.
