Publisher's Synopsis
PAPA BEAR AND THE CHICAGO BEARS' WINNING WAYS reviews the exciting story of George Halas and his dynamic role in professional football. Halas who was present in the first days of the National Football League (NFL) all the way into the modern age of football. Author Patrick McCaskey, a Chicago Bears Vice President and Director, is a grandson of Papa Bear George Halas. McCaskey highlights his grandfather's life with key events from the 20th century. McCaskey follows Halas as a student, athlete, soldier, coach, team owner-a man of commerce and community. Halas's 20th century path is laid out before readers. PAPA BEAR AND THE CHICAGO BEARS' WINNING WAYS includes some of the coach's important words of wisdom that young people need today to achieve success. These "winning ways" are used in exercises that were originally devised by Ben Franklin that readers will find helpful and interesting. A glossary, special exercises, a quiz and discussion questions help readers expand their interest and learning experiences. Readers are taken on a short journey through history that helps them expand their understanding of our world. The book introduces Halas quotes and the methods of one of America's founding fathers and original self-help gurus, Ben Franklin.
