Sports Illustrated kids: sports talk

"Put on your bucket, pick up your twig, and put the biscuit in the basket! Learn the lingo of [hockey]. . . . Explore the origin of these words and phrases--from five-hole to face wash--and discover how collegiate and NHL players use them on and off the ice"--Provided by publisher.

Throw a Hail Mary! Pass the pigskin! Catch a pick six! Discover the meaning of these gridiron terms and more in Football Talk . Created with Sports Illustrated Kids, this nonfiction book presents wacky lingo and puzzling phrases from the football field. Explore the origin of these words and phrases: from touchdown to red zone: and discover how collegiate and pro players use them on the gridiron. With action-packed photos and rapid-fire text, this book is sure to be a solid hit with young football fans!.