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The Basketball Game (National Film Board of Canada)

Name: The Basketball Game (National Film Board of Canada)
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Book Synopsis: Warning: This book, which is based on a true story, has depictions of anti-Semitism and contains racial stereotypes and hateful language. It is intended for an audience of 12 years and older.

Healing wounds and changing worldviews, all through a simple game of basketball. Nine-year-old Hart is attending Jewish summer camp for the first time. As if that isn't awkward enough, this summer the camp is going to play host to some very particular visitors, though the kids at camp don't know that yet. What everyone else knows is that in a nearby small town called Eckville, a teacher by the name of Jim Keegstra was fired for spreading anti-Semitic views in his classroom, where he told his students that the Holocaust was a hoax. To make matters worse, he's also the nearby town's mayor. To help combat Keegstra's lies, the Eckville and Jewish communities decide that the best path forward is to invite the students taught by Keegstra to the summer camp for a day of fun and fellowship. What transpires in this graphic memoir by filmmaker Hart Snider is a basketball game for all-time. Adapted from the NFB's short animation of the same name, The Basketball Game is a poignant tale of the power of community as a means to rise above hatred and bigotry. In the end, as is recognized by the kids playing the basketball game, we're all in this together.

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Experience the incredible true story of healing and unity in "The Basketball Game" book by National Film Board of Canada. This gripping tale, based on real events, delves into the sensitive subjects of anti-Semitism and racial stereotypes, shedding light on the power of forgiveness and understanding. Suitable for audiences aged 12 and older, this book will captivate readers with its profound message of hope and resilience.

Join nine-year-old Hart as he embarks on a transformative journey at Jewish summer camp, unaware of the extraordinary visitors that await him and his fellow campers. Against the backdrop of a town plagued by divisive rhetoric, "The Basketball Game" showcases the triumph of compassion over ignorance. The shocking story of Jim Keegstra, a teacher fired for promoting anti-Semitic views, serves as a catalyst for change, bringing together Eckville's Jewish and non-Jewish communities in an unprecedented way.

Through the medium of basketball, Hart and his new friends learn the importance of standing up against hate and forging bonds that transcend prejudice. This gripping memoir, adapted from the NFB's acclaimed animation, invites readers to witness the transformative power of unity in the face of adversity. As we navigate the pages of "The Basketball Game," we are reminded that no matter our differences, we are all interconnected, working towards a better future together.

Discover the profound impact of community, empathy, and resilience in "The Basketball Game" book. Experience the journey of a generation as they inspire change, challenge preconceived notions, and learn that compassion can overcome even the deepest divides. Don't miss out on this powerful story that will leave you inspired and ready to make a difference. Order your copy now and join the movement towards a more tolerant and inclusive world.

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