baseball

A Japanese American boy learns to play baseball when he and his family are forced to live in an internment camp.

This handsome guide to the language of baseball decodes the hilarious, clever phrases that pepper commentary about the sport. Packed with witty explanations of everything from "duster" and "rubber arm" to "up the elevator," this ballpark lexicon plays on a nostalgic love for the national pastime while covering ground from baseball's beginnings to today. This humorous mix of definitions and anecdotes is the perfect gift for both lifelong baseball fans and rookies working up the ranks.

Ranks the top 50 baseball players.

Clifford the big red dog wants to play baseball with the boys and girls, but he cannot find a big enough bat.

"A look at the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson, the man who broke the color barrier in major league baseball, and became an American hero."--Publisher.

After showing promise at whiffle ball, Blake's friends encourage him to try out for a traveling baseball team. He makes it through tryouts as a second-string player. But when a starter gets injured, Blake is called to action.

"Describes the science behind the sport of baseball"--.

Simple text and illustrations provide an introduction to baseball.

Discusses the role of catchers on a baseball team, describing what they do, why they are needed, skills needed, and more.