Baseball's Greatest Players: 10 Baseball Biographies for New Readers

Baseball's Greatest Players: 10 Baseball Biographies for New Readers - Paperback

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Baseball's Greatest Players: 10 Baseball Biographies for New Readers

Baseball's Greatest Players: 10 Baseball Biographies for New Readers - Paperback

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Book Overview

Hit a home run with your young reader. This action-packed biography collection brings baseball's greatest legends to life!

For kids ages 6 to 9 who dream of the big leagues, or simply love sports stories, Baseball's Greatest Players delivers fast-paced, true tales of courage, talent, and grit.

Starting in the 1920's and covering 10 decades of baseball history, this kid-friendly chapter book spotlights 10 of the sport's most influential stars. From Babe Ruth's record-breaking hits to Jackie Robinson's barrier-breaking bravery and Mike Trout's modern magic, each short biography introduces a new hero.

In this MVP-worthy read you'll find:

  • Bonus "runners-up" section - Each chapter also shines a spotlight on other greats like Ken Griffey Jr., Bob Gibson, and Ichiro Suzuki.
  • Stats made simple - Career highlights, records, and a glossary explain baseball terms in kid-friendly language.
  • Designed for new readers - Created especially for ages 6-9 with accessible text, bold headings, and clear structure.
  • A winning pick for classrooms and home - Great for independent reading, sports-themed units, or as a gift for little baseball fans.

With powerful role models and historic moments, Baseball's Greatest Players is the ultimate starting lineup for kids who are ready to step up to the plate.

ISBN9781638782148
Author Andrew Martin
PublisherCallisto Kids
GenreChildren, Biography, and Sports
FormatPaperback
PublishedFebruary 2022
LanguageENG- English
Pages76
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Andrew Martin

Andrew Martin is the author of the novel Early Work, a New York Times Notable book of 2018, and the story collection Cool for America, longlisted for the 2020 Story Prize. His essays and stories have appeared frequently in The Paris Review, The New York Review of Books, and Harper's, as well as in The Yale Review, The Atlantic, McSweeney's, The Times Book Review and elsewhere. He teaches in Brooklyn and New Hampshire, and lives in New York City with his family.

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