Books like Million Dollar Goal by Dan Gutman
Dawn and Dusk are twin sisters who live for hockey, but their dad thinks the game is a waste of time and their grandmother wants them to focus on school. The story follows the family to a Montreal Canadiens match when their dad wins free tickets. During the game, the audience gets a chance to shoot a goalkeeper for a one‑million‑dollar jackpot, and Dawn and Dusk dream of being selected. The narrative explores family dynamics, sibling rivalry, and the excitement of a live sporting event.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Dan Gutman
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