Lucy has a new luge sled, but she isn’t sure about this unique sliding sport.
You have to lie on your back and steer with your legs? The luge track’s twists and turns look pretty scary too. But with her parents’ support and a bit of courage, Lucy jumps on her sled for a speedy adventure!
Lucy Tries Luge is the first book in the Lucy Tries Sports series, which aims to promote physical literacy and encourage young readers to get involved in sports. Research shows that developing fundamental movement and sports skills at a young age benefits kids for their entire lives, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle. Lisa Bowes developed her stories around the HIGH FIVE principles of healthy child development needed for quality programs, including the support of a caring adult, the opportunity to participate, to play, to make friends and to master skills.
Lisa Bowes is one of Canada’s trailblazers in sports broadcasting and storytelling. An award-winning journalist and author, she bridges the worlds of sport, literacy and empowerment through her bestselling Lucy Tries Sports children's book series and her decades of experience covering professional sports. A kinesiology graduate from Western University, Lisa is a passionate advocate for youth physical activity and literacy. Her work celebrates perseverance, representation and lifelong learning, making her a powerful voice for positive change in sports and education. Lisa lives in Calgary.
Heather Gould is an entrepreneur, artist and voice actor from Victoria, British Columbia.
James Hearne is an internationally recognized illustrator and graphic designer. He lives in Calgary.