Ice hockey has been a permanent part of the Winter Olympics since 1924, with women's ice hockey adding to the thrills in 1998. Today, hockey remains one of the most highly anticipated events. Readers of this high-interest volume will love learning about the sport and Olympic tales of hockey excellence. They'll especially enjoy colorful photographs of the action on the ice that complement the accessible text. Interesting sidebars expand on information about both the sport and famous players.